Jude Law has confirmed that he will be playing the role of Russian President Vladimir Putin in an upcoming film titled The Wizard of the Kremlin, an announcement that has intrigued fans and industry professionals alike. In a recent interview published in Deadline on January 9, Law expressed both excitement and trepidation about taking on such a complex and high-profile character, admitting, “How am I going to do this?”
Directed by French filmmaker Olivier Assayas, the movie will include Law in a supporting role as Putin “at the beginning of his governing career”, according to the interview. The film is also set to star Alicia Vikander, Paul Dano and Zach Galifianakis according to Variety, and is based on Giuliano da Empoli’s 2023 bestselling book of the same name, with a screenplay by Assayas, 69, and Emmanuel Carrère.
The actor’s announcement has sparked considerable discussion, particularly given the political and cultural sensitivities involved in portraying a current world leader. Law’s commitment to taking on such a complicated and controversial role underscores his dedication to pushing his craft to new limits.
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