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Marvel Studios, back in 2014, leaped into its most ambitious and cash-guzzling gamble yet as James Gunn’sGuardians of the Galaxyrolled out and played on the big screens. Consisting of a rag-tag group that even had a talking raccoon and a tree life-form, the movie brought about surprising success and kick-started one of the most iconic MCU franchises.
Riding on a unique mix of humor, grit, and a plot that took audiences across every nook and cranny of deep space, the mega project initially set off a bigger quest for landing its actors.
Chris Pratt as Star-Lord was the first casting call that the filmmaking team settled on. Thereafter, the quest for a Drax actor led them toAquamanstar Jason Momoa, who not only auditioned for the role but fell star-struck with praise for theJurassic Worldactor. As fate would have it, they never got the time to share screen space inside Marvel, but their chemistry in the run-up to the making of the film tells a story sufficient to highlight their charismatic bond.
Jason Momoa recalled Chris Pratt acting circles around him
ThePassengeractor has enjoyed a successful career in Hollywood as well as in Marvel. However, to land the role of Star-Lord, the actor had to endure quite a few setbacks, including previous rejections for roles like that of Thor. Yet,Chris Prattnever let go of his delightful persona, whichJason Momoarecalled during aFebruary 2014 interview with Zap2It (via Flickering Myth)regarding hisGuardians of the Galaxyaudition.
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Called in to read for the role of Drax, the now 44-year-old summed up his experience alongside Pratt as one of the“funniest auditions I’ve ever done in my life”.Additionally, he also heaped praise on his fellow actor for his improv skills and a“Han Solo vibe”.
One of the funniest auditions I’ve ever done in my life was with [Chris]. He’s phenomenal. He’s going to kill it. It’s going to be amazing. It’s a whole Han Solo vibe. It’s going to be a phenomenal movie. I’m glad that he is the lead of that. He’s funny as hell, man. He can improv; he just acts circles around me. It was really, really fantastic.
Unfortunately, the Honolulu-born had to let go of this chance to share screen spaces. In the same round of talks, he revealed that the role of Drax came across as too similar to the ones he had recently partaken in. Moreover, he also pointed out his wish to directRoad to Palomaas one of the prime reasons why he opted out of acting at that time and instead allowed the role to pass on toDave Bautista.
Guardians of the Galaxyled Pratt to a brighter future
Apprehensions rode high concerning the hit-or-miss nature thatGuardians of the Galaxypresented before its run at the box office. Yet, after three movies and appearances in crossover events like the last twoAvengersflicks, Chris Pratt has completely made himself synonymous with Star-Lord and commands massive recognition as the face of a franchise that hasgrossed close to $2 billionat the global box office.
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Soon after the 2011 and 2014 installments of his MCU outing, the actor joined hands with theJurassic Worldfranchise and has appeared in a trilogy ever since. Moreover, he has also starred in several individual projects, including the latest ones likeThe Super Bros. MovieandThe Garfield Movie.Finally, he has also hinted at a possible reprisal of his MCU role as well as a possible move to DC, where he wouldfind the refuge of James Gunn.
Guardians of the Galaxyis streaming on Disney Plus and Apple TV+
Imteshal Karim
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Bearing a penchant for writing in multiple forms, I love telling a good story and hope to tell impactful ones about the fandom’s side of the Entertainment industry. I found the movie of my life in Christopher Nolan’s 2014' s Interstellar, which fascinated me with the perfect blend of science and cinema, leaving me curious about Hollywood. In my leisure time, you will find me indulging in photography, gardening, and cycling.
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