'Obsession' actor Inde Navarrette says she would love to play 'X-Men' character Mystique
Los Angeles, July 31
Following the unprecedented success of 'Obsession', actor Inde Navarrette has expressed her interest in portraying the iconic Marvel character Mystique.
In a recent interview, Navarrette shared that she has been taking a lot of meetings since the film's release.
"I've been taking a lot of meetings since 'Obsession' came out. That's been really nice because you get to meet people and ask questions," she said, as quoted by Variety.
One of Inde Navarrette's meetings took place with Marvel Studios, as she also met 'Thunderbolts' director Jake Schreier, who is currently busy with Marvel's upcoming 'X-Men' film.
"I thought what Jake brought to 'Thunderbolts' was what I used to love about Marvel. It was character-driven, and the whole time I just couldn't stop yapping about how much I appreciated what he did with Marvel," she further added.
While Navarrette refrained from sharing details of her discussions with the director, she suggested that the meetings have been opportunities to meet filmmakers she admires.
"That's kind of the luxury I have right now, meeting all these different kinds of people. Not all of those meetings turn into projects, but sometimes it's just, 'I really want to work with you. I've seen this project, and this one, and this one,'" she continued.
On what Marvel character the actor would like to play, she teased, "I mean, Mystique has always been super cool."
'Obsession', which was released in theatres on May 15 through Focus Features, emerged as the year's most unexpected box office story. The film collected over USD 370 million worldwide, making it Focus Features' highest-grossing movie to date.
Written and directed by 20-year-old YouTuber Curry Barker, the film follows the story of Bear (Michael Johnston), a hopeless romantic who uses a mysterious object called the "One Wish Willow" to make his crush fall in love with him. But what starts as a wish-fulfilment fantasy quickly curdles into something far more sinister, as Nikki (Inde Navarrette) becomes dangerously attached, Variety added.
— ANI
Reader Comments
First of all, 'Obsession' collecting $370 million is wild for a small indie film! Curry Barker is only 20? That's insane talent. As for Mystique - she's a complex character, and I think Inde could bring the right mix of vulnerability and badassery. Marvel should take notes! ✨
Interesting. But honestly, I hope Marvel doesn't just recycle the same characters again. Mystique has been done twice already in the Fox universe. Maybe give some lesser-known mutants a chance? Still, good for Inde for putting herself out there - that's how you get roles in Hollywood!
The fact that she's meeting with Marvel after just one big film shows how much the industry values fresh talent. Mystique is a dream role for many actors - hope she gets it! Also, loving that she praised Jake Schreier's character-driven approach. Marvel needs more of that. 💯
She's talented, no doubt, but Mystique is a pretty demanding role - lots of physical acting under makeup. Jennifer Lawrence struggled with it at times. I hope Inde knows what she's signing up for. But if she's passionate about it, all power to her! 🙌
Wait, 'Obsession' made $370 million?? I had no idea! That's amazing for a film starring relatively unknown actors. Curry Barker going from YouTube to this is such an inspiring story. And yes, Inde as Mystique would be \u2014 she's got that magnetic screen presence!
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