Actor Jamie Dornan opens up about his decision to star in the \u201cFifty Shades of Grey\u201d film franchise, acknowledging the anticipation of both commercial success and critical backlash that came with the role.<\/p>\n
In a recent episode of the \u201cHappy Sad Confused\u201d podcast, Dornan revealed that his decision to take on the role of Christian Grey in the erotic thriller was not an immediate affirmation. He was well aware that the film adaptation of E.L. James\u2019 book series was going to generate controversy.<\/p>\n
Dornan stated, \u201cI knew that it came with a lot of baggage. The reality was it was going to make a ton of money and fans were going to love it, and the critics were going to despise it because that\u2019s exactly what happened with the books. And that\u2019s what we were making.\u201d<\/p>\n
The actor starred alongside Dakota Johnson in the 2015 film \u201cFifty Shades of Grey,\u201d which was followed by two sequels, \u201cFifty Shades Darker\u201d and \u201cFifty Shades Freed.\u201d The movie trilogy was based on James\u2019 book series, which gained immense popularity upon its release between 2011 and 2012.<\/p>\n
Interestingly, Dornan was not initially cast as Christian Grey. The role was first offered to \u201cSons of Anarchy\u201d actor Charlie Hunnam. Reflecting on this, Dornan expressed some relief, believing that Hunnam would have faced a substantial amount of scrutiny. However, fate had other plans, and Dornan found himself cast in the role just five weeks before shooting commenced.<\/p>\n
Despite his reservations, Dornan embraced the fandom surrounding the franchise. He noted that staying faithful to the source material was a priority, contributing to the movies\u2019 appeal to fans. While critics may have been less enthusiastic, the films themselves turned out to be massive successes.<\/p>\n
The first film, \u201cFifty Shades of Grey,\u201d shattered box office records during its opening weekend in 2015, grossing $81.6 million over the combined Valentine\u2019s Day and Presidents Day weekend. The trilogy as a whole continued to resonate with audiences, solidifying its status as a commercial hit.<\/p>\n
Dornan\u2019s willingness to address the dual nature of the franchise\u2019s reception reflects the complexity of taking on a role that is as polarizing as it is popular. Despite the anticipated backlash, the \u201cFifty Shades of Grey\u201d films found a devoted audience, demonstrating the power of staying true to source material while recognizing that artistic success can take various forms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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