The Westworld star joins Jenna Ortega in the new season of the Netflix series, Wednesday
The world of Wednesday is about to receive a injection of fresh talent straight from the digital wild west of Westworld. Thandie Newtonknown for her impressive role in the HBO series, has been signed for the second season of Wednesdaywhere he is expected to play a mysterious and crucial role.
Growing star cast
News of Newton's addition follows the recent announcement that Steve Buscemiiconic for his performance in Boardwalk Empire, will also join the cast. According to Variety, although all the details of Newton's role remain under wraps, his incorporation promises add a new layer of intrigue to the already fascinating narrative of Nevermore Academy.
Meanwhile, the first season left us with the mystery over the final fate of the original director, Larissa Weems, played by Gwendoline Christie. With the change of direction at the academy, it seems that the second season could explore new horizons in leadership of this enigmatic establishment.
Jenna Ortega, preparing for the return
Jenna Ortega, the star and executive producer of the series, has shared his enthusiasm for the season's new material. “I am immersed in the scripts. We have been away from production for more than two years, and mentally, I wonder, should I start preparing now?” Ortega commented.
His reflections on Wednesday Addams' return to the supernatural world reflect a deep commitment to his character, known for his biting sarcasm. Furthermore, the actress has revealed that the new season will significantly expand the universe of creatures like werewolves and vampires that already populated previous episodes.
Visual and thematic identity: A new direction
Ortega also highlighted the distinctive identity of the new episodes: “Each one stands out on its own, like the dance episode in the first season.” The actress praises the series' ability to create memorable and unique scenesanticipating that the second season will maintain this trend, further enhancing the aesthetics and narrative.
Ortega's transition to a more influential role in the production has been seamless, thanks to his close collaboration with the screenwriters and Tim Burton. “We're moving forward with conversations, we decided to focus more on horror this season, leaving aside Wednesday's romantic love interests, which is fantastic,” he explained. His new position as producer allows him to have a direct impact from the start of the season, ensuring that his character's vision is maintained authentic and faithful to the expectations of the fans.
New characters and mysteries to solve
The announcement that a new member of the Addams family will be introduced This season adds another level of expectation and mystery. With an expanding cast and a clear direction towards a darker and enigmatic atmospherethe second season of Wednesday promises to capture and expand on the essence of what fans loved about the first installment.
Thandie Newton, renowned British actress, has left an indelible mark on Hollywood with roles that defy genres and break molds. From his outstanding performance in Beloved to his acclaimed role in Crash, Newton has demonstrated amazing versatility. However, it was his role as Maeve Millay in Westworld, where it really shinedearning critical praise and a Emmy Award for his deep and complex interpretation of a fascinating character.
With the addition of Thandie Newton to the cast, the series not only gains in talent but also in depth and complexity, promising episodes that will undoubtedly be the subject of analysis and discussion among fans eager to decipher each new development.
