Some movies contain such enthralling performances and powerful narratives that they stand the test of time and become true classics. One such movie was the five-Oscar-winning masterpiece The Deer Hunter, which starred Christopher Walken. While this film did indeed solidify Walken’s legacy, it unintentionally had some contrasting effect on Oscar Isaac and ruined his enjoyment of the cherished Transformers movie series.
The Deer Hunter, a 1978 release that received a lot of positive reviews, won the Best Picture Oscar. Michael Cimino’s film basically centered on Russian-American steelworkers, Michael (Robert De Niro), Nick (Christopher Walken), and Steven (John Savage), whose lives were changed after serving in the Vietnam War.
How The Deer Hunter Ruined the Transformers for Oscar Isaac?
The Deer Hunter was a gripping account of the lives of three friends from a small Pennsylvania town who were significantly impacted by the Vietnam War. Christopher Walken gave a remarkable performance as the captured soldier Nikanor Chevotarevich, who was subjected to the horrors of Russian roulette. He received praise from critics.
But Oscar Isaac‘s love for the beloved Transformers (film series) was actually destroyed by the gripping “Russian Roulette scene” of The Deer Hunter. During his earlier visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers, the actor, 44, admitted:
“That really made an impression. The whole Christopher Walken Russian Roulette scene.”
The actor went on to describe how that “Russian Roulette” scene affected the Transformer series:
“I think after The Deer Hunter, Transformers was a little difficult to go back to.”
Critics and viewers alike gave The Deer Hunter high marks for Michael Cimino’s direction, the cast’s performances, the screenplay, the realistic themes and tones, and the cinematography.
Which Superhero Movie Is Oscar Isaac’s Favorite?
Oscar Isaac has acted in roles in popular franchises. He received praise from critics, though, for his portrayal of Marc Spector in the Marvel miniseries Moon Knight.
In addition to films, he has performed on stage in well-regarded productions including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window.
Well, Isaac is knowledgeable about superhero movies due to his experience playing both a superhero and a supervillain.
During the On Demand Entertainment interview, Isaac’s character in Moon Knight was praised and compared to Iron Man. The Sucker Punch actor was obviously ecstatic that the famous superhero was being compared to his role, as he added:
“That’s high praise. You know, that first Iron Man is my favourite … it’s still my favourite Marvel movie.”
Jeremy Slater’s Moon Knight is part of Phase Four of the MCU. The performances of Ethan Hawke, May Calamawy, and Isaac in particular were praised in the series’ favorable reviews.
Watch Moon Knight on Disney Plus and The Deer Hunter is streaming on Netflix.
Source- Late Night with Seth Meyers; On Demand Entertainment
