Jude Law Doesn’t Fear Repercussions for Playing Putin in Venice Thriller ‘Wizard of the Kremlin’: ‘We Weren’t Looking for Controversy for Controversy’s Sake’ | AI News Digest
Jude Law expressed confidence in portraying Vladimir Putin in the political thriller 'The Wizard of the Kremlin' at the Venice Film Festival. He emphasized that the film, directed by Olivier Assayas, aims to tell a nuanced story rather than seek controversy. Law's portrayal focuses on the character's complexity, using his own voice and a transformed appearance to embody a young Putin. The film, adapted from Giuliano da Empoli's book, explores Putin's rise to power and the broader implications of authoritarianism. Co-stars Paul Dano and Jeffrey Wright highlighted the film's relevance to contemporary politics, urging audiences to reflect on the nature of power and governance.
