The Rise of Non-Human Heartthrobs in Cinema
- The trailer for the upcoming film Wicker features actor Alexander Skarsgård in a role that presents both philosophical and logistical challenges, specifically depicting him as a woven basket...
- The Wicker trailer introduces a character played by Alexander Skarsgård who is physically rendered as a woven basket.
- The production's approach to the character involves solving the chafing issue associated with wearing a rigid, woven material.
The trailer for the upcoming film Wicker features actor Alexander Skarsgård in a role that presents both philosophical and logistical challenges, specifically depicting him as a woven basket in the shape of a sex god.
Alexander Skarsgård’s Role in Wicker
The Wicker trailer introduces a character played by Alexander Skarsgård who is physically rendered as a woven basket. GQ describes the character’s appearance as a woven basket in the shape of a sex god, positioning the role within a broader cinematic trend of eroticizing non-human or hybrid entities.
The production’s approach to the character involves solving the chafing issue associated with wearing a rigid, woven material.
Cinematic Tropes of Non-Human Partners
The casting of Skarsgård as a basket-based entity reflects a recurring theme in entertainment where non-human characters are framed as romantic or sexual interests. GQ analyzes this trend by questioning the nature of sexy non-human boyfriends on screen and how such roles balance the surreal nature of the character with traditional standards of attraction.