The harrison ford legend in the cinema it is huge. The prolific actor has given us memorable performances, but it’s clear that his two most notable roles have been as Han Solo and Doctor Jones. Precisely the fifth adventure of the archaeologist opens today, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Fateso the interpreter has taken the opportunity to be interviewed.
From Inquirer They have asked him about his role in both franchises and if he ever thought that the two sagas were going to be as popular as they are today. Although Ford never anticipated such success, he does acknowledge that he expected some notoriety, although it was much more complicated in the case of Star Wars.
“They could have said, ‘What’s going on here?’ There’s a seven-foot-tall man in a dog suit. There’s also a beautiful princess, a wise old warrior, and a young callow. Plus, there’s a smart-ass… I know the role I play (laughs) And it’s fun.
I thought: ‘This is a fairy tale.’ This type of story has always been successful, be it a written or filmed fairy tale. At that point in my career, I didn’t care if the movie was a huge success and ended up changing the history of cinema.”
The truth is that his role as a galactic bounty hunter catapulted him directly to fame in Hollywood and Ford recognizes the importance of having been the arrogant driver of the Millennium Falcon.
“I was grateful because it changed my life. I had opportunities that went beyond the success of director George Lucas and myself in making that movie. It gave me a freedom and opportunities that I never imagined having.
It’s the same with Indiana Jones, except it’s not a fairy tale. It’s a different construction, but it’s recognizable as the kind of movie widely enjoyed by moviegoers from all walks of life.
These movies are so much fun to watch because they are so well written. They are so cleverly conceived and populated with such fantastic actors… just look at the actors I’ve had the opportunity to work with! For me there has been nothing but joy.”
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