January 31st 2025.
In her latest interview with Metro, Sophie Thatcher shared some intriguing details about her character in the upcoming movie Companion. The 24-year-old actress plays Iris, the protagonist in this new horror romance that has already received an impressive 90% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes. Directed by Drew Hancock, the 97-minute film follows the love story between Iris and Josh (played by The Boys star Jack Quaid), as they embark on a trip with a group of friends to a remote house. However, things take a dark turn when it is revealed that Iris is not your average human, but a Companion - a highly advanced robot designed for companionship and pleasure.
During her conversation with Metro, Sophie revealed that she put a lot of thought into her character's appearance, working closely with the costume designer to create a style that would appeal to a specific type of audience - the "incels" (involuntary celibates) who are often interested in this type of advanced technology. She wanted Iris to have a natural and grounded look, with subtle quirks that would make her more relatable and likable. Sophie even drew inspiration from French New Wave actresses to add depth and personality to Iris, who, despite being a robot, is far from being devoid of emotions.
When asked who she thought would be most interested in Iris, Sophie couldn't help but laugh as she said, "I always think that Iris would have been for, like, the film bros of the world, the incels." It's a clever and playful nod to the type of audience that might be drawn to this genre of film, and Sophie's portrayal of Iris is sure to captivate them.
Companion has already been receiving praise from critics, cementing Sophie's position as a rising scream queen in Hollywood. However, she admits that it was never her intention to become known for horror films. "I think it's just the way my career has mapped out," she explains. "People see me in something, and they're like, 'Oh, she could do that. She can scream and cry and be tortured.' It's always a great acting showcase, but it's also incredibly exhausting and emotionally demanding."
In one particularly challenging scene, Sophie had to speak entirely in German while covered in blood and mud, wearing nothing but "tight little shorts and barefoot." Despite the freezing temperatures on set, she managed to deliver a flawless performance - a feat that she is most proud of, even more than her flawless German. But as she candidly admits, the freezing cold was a blessing in disguise, as it helped her stay focused and in character.
Sophie also shares her excitement about her role as Natalie "Nat" Scatorccio in the upcoming TV series Yellowjackets, a thriller drama that also delves into some dark and horrifying themes. She explains that much like Yellowjackets, Companion is not what it seems at first glance. "I'm attracted to projects that aren't one thing or seem like one thing and completely change. And this movie is the perfect example of that," she says.
As for the trailer for Companion, Sophie and Jack both agree that it's best for audiences to go in blind and experience the twists and turns of the plot without any prior knowledge. "Ignorance is bliss in this case," Sophie adds with a smile.
Companion is set to hit cinemas on January 31st, and we can't wait to see Sophie's captivating performance as Iris. But for now, we'll just have to satisfy our curiosity by watching the trailer on repeat.
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