It was a disappointing ending for the character, and has left many fans hoping against hope that Phasma will manage to dodge death yet again and return in Episode 9. “When the idea came up to make Phasma female, it was instantaneous: Everyone just said, ‘Yes. Gwendoline Christie has dreamt of appearing in the "Star Wars" franchise since seeing the original as a 6-year-old. Padraig has been writing about film online since 2012, when a friend asked if he’d like to contribute the occasional review or feature to their site. While talking to Vulture on Sunday about her role in the upcoming Star Wars movie, Christie was surprised to learn that her character, the villain Captain Phasma, was originally conceived as a male character. Gwendoline Christie (born October 28, 1978) is an English actress and model who portrays First Order Captain Phasma in the 2015 film Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens. Other credits include Wizards vs Aliens, The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, and the forthcoming films The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 and Part 2. Coyote Ugly Turns 20: Where Is the Cast Now? Stage actress and early on-screen career (2006–2011). “I think that’s great of them, don’t you? 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If you would like to opt out of browser push notifications, please refer to the following instructions specific to your device and browser: Gwendoline Christie Reacts to Finding Out Her. "The Triple Dark" "The Children from Tehar" "Station Theta Black" The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson also made it clear Phasma’s role was always small because there wasn’t much for the character to do. That's not just chat. Untitled Obi-Wan Kenobi television series, How Wookieepedia treats Canon and Legends, LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens voice actors, The Force Awakens Read-Along Storybook and CD, The Last Jedi Read-Along Storybook and CD, Star Wars: The Last Jedi | Training Featurette, The women of 'Star Wars' speak out about their new Empire, Star Wars producer Kathleen Kennedy confirms that entire cast will return for eighth film, Gwendoline Christie (@gwendolineuniverse), https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Gwendoline_Christie?oldid=9376350. The feeling is mutual for Christie, as it turns out. [30][31] Her performance, and the character's design, were both praised; however, the character received criticism for her minimal role in the film, particularly after she was prominently featured in promotional material. You’d think someone who has been in The Hunger Games movies, Game of Thrones and, now, Star Wars: The Force Awakens would be unfazed by even the craziest of plot twists, but apparently this isn’t the case for Gwendoline Christie. While it’s entirely possible J.J. Abrams will engineer Captain Phasma's return for Episode 9, it feels somewhat pointless. And that's genuine. She will be playing an unknown role in Star Wars Episode VII. Phasma first appeared in The Force Awakens and left a lasting impression thanks to her imposing chrome armor and manner. Now that’s out of the way, a brief introduction. A part-time hobby soon blossomed into a career when he discovered he really loved writing about movies, TV and video games – he even (arguably) had a little bit of talent for it. Game of Thrones star Gwendoline Christie has opened up about the “transformative” effect of fashion, and how her body appears to “draw extreme responses from people”. Gwendoline Christie is eager to come back for Star Wars Episode 9, and feels there's still a lot to explore with the Phasma character. “Really? You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications. [21] As a part of the cast, she was also nominated for a total of four Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (she was not a part of the nominated cast on certain years depending on her number of appearances each season).[22][23][24][25][26]. “I mean, in my own small bubble, this represents the way I think and the way I see things, but it’s not always the way of the world. Captain Phasma is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise, portrayed by English actress Gwendoline Christie. Text us for exclusive photos and videos, royal news, and way more. However, she only played a small role in the film before her former subordinate, Finn, and his allies … Gwendoline Christie is an English actress and model who was born on 28 October 1978 – that makes her 40. “Everything was happening simultaneously,” Kasdan said. GWENDOLINE CHRISTIE HAS BEEN CAST AS LADY JANE IN 'THE DARKEST MINDS'! [6] According to series co-writer, producer, and author of the novels, George R. R. Martin, she obtained the role practically without debate after an arresting audition at which she appeared already made up and costumed as Brienne. No!” she told Vulture‘s Kyle Buchanan, who had just heard the news from Star Wars scribe Lawrence Kasdan. Coolest "Game of Thrones" Sword or Weapon, Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens, The Personal History of David Copperfield, The 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, Jimmy Kimmel/Yara Shahidi/Gwendoline Christie, Kate Hudson/Gwendoline Christie/Dean Lewis, Mark Wahlberg/Gwendoline Christie/Sara Bareilles, Gwendoline Christie/Luke Evans/Peter Crouch/David Walliams/Paloma Faith, Mark Hamill/Daisy Ridley/John Boyega/Gwendoline Christie/Sam Smith, Nancy Pelosi/Game of Thrones/Last Shot in Oakland, Star Wars: The Last Jedi/Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle/The Greatest Showman/Downsizing. [6] Her theatrical career includes a performance as the Queen in Shakespeare's Cymbeline opposite Tom Hiddleston, portraying Mag Wildwood in Breakfast at Tiffany's, and "standing out" as Lucifer in Marlowe's Doctor Faustus (2010).[6][12][13][14]. Gwendoline Christie is a British actress best known for her role as the warrior Brienne of Tarth on the television series Game of Thrones. [18][6][10], Her debut was in the second season's third episode, "What Is Dead May Never Die", which aired on 15 April 2012. Gwendoline Tracey Philippa Christie was born in Worthing, West Sussex to middle-class parents. [2] Her involvement was first announced on June 2, 2014. [48][49]. He has written words for Den of Geek, Collider, The Irish Times and Screen Rant over the years, and can discuss anything from the MCU - where Hawkeye is clearly the best character - to the most obscure cult b-movie gem, and his hot takes often require heat resistant gloves to handle. 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Ultimately though, Phasma's Last Jedi role was pretty minor and she appeared to plunge to a fiery death, following a short battle with Finn. The Cast of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens', Pawns No More: Making the Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, Secrets of the Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey, Star Wars: The Force Awakens World Premiere Red Carpet, The Force Awakens Cast Plays "Star Wars or Florida? [7] To prepare even for the auditions, she started wearing unisex clothing to help her get into her character's more masculine mindset, and took up an intensive training regime, gaining over a stone (6.4 kg, 14 lb) of muscle mass.

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