November 30th 2024.
Jude Law's latest movie, The Order, has caused quite a stir due to his intense method acting approach. The 51-year-old actor, known for his charming roles in movies like The Holiday, has taken on a completely different character in this film directed by Justin Kurzel. Premiering at the Venice Film Festival, The Order is based on the real-life story of FBI agent Terry Husk, who becomes obsessed with tracking down white supremacist leader Robert Jay Matthews and his dangerous neo-Nazi movement.
To prepare for his role as Agent Husk, Jude Law went to extreme lengths. He was given the task by director Kurzel to spend an entire day following his 34-year-old co-star, Nicholas Hoult, without being caught. Law had to compile a detailed report of Hoult's activities throughout the day. "It was a challenging task," Law recalled, but it ultimately helped him get into the mindset of his character.
Hoult, who plays the white nationalist leader in the film, was unaware of Law's covert surveillance until the movie's premiere. "I just found out on the boat [in Venice] that one of Jude's tasks was to follow me for the day. I had no idea," he admitted during a press conference. This unique method of preparation was a first for Hoult, who found it to be a rewarding experience.
Despite not sharing the screen until four or five weeks into filming, Law and Hoult's characters have a tense and undeniable cat-and-mouse dynamic. This was due to their extensive preparation and understanding of their characters, thanks to director Kurzel's hands-on approach. "There was such an intuitive sense between the two of us of who Husk was by the time we started to film," Law explained.
The themes of The Order, set in 1980s Washington, were unfortunately too relevant to present-day events. During the film's premiere, riots were erupting in the UK due to racism. Hoult expressed his hope that the film could shed light on the instigators of such violence and help prevent it in the future. Law also shared his thoughts, stating that the timing of the film's release felt necessary and important.
Interestingly, Law recently revealed some behind-the-scenes secrets about his other famous movie, The Holiday. The quintessential Christmas cottage featured in the film was not a real location, but rather a fake set built by the director. Law joked about the irony of shooting the interior scenes in sunny LA, months after filming the exterior scenes in a cold winter in the UK.
Overall, both Law and Hoult have received critical acclaim for their performances in The Order. Despite not filming together until several weeks into production, their chemistry on screen is palpable. The intense preparation and dedication of the cast and crew have resulted in a powerful and thought-provoking film that is sadly all too relevant in today's world.
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