Cate Blanchett never ceases to amaze us with her chameleon-like ability to embody iconic characters. From the wise Galadriel in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to the feared stepmother in ‘Cinderella’, passing through figures as diverse as Katharine Hepburn and Bob Dylan, Blanchett has proven herself to be an actress without limits. But now she faces a completely new challenge: playing Lilith in the film ‘Borderlands’, an adaptation of the acclaimed video game that will be released soon.
‘Borderlands’ is not a conventional film. Based on a video game series known for its acidic humor, unique visual style and frenetic action, the film promises to be a challenge for both the filmmakers and the actors. In a universe where you shoot first and ask questions later, Blanchett faces not only a chaotic world, but also the high expectations of fans, who always have the last word when it comes to their favorite characters.
“These characters really belong to them because they owe it to them,” the actress said in an interview, acknowledging the pressure that comes with playing a character so beloved by players.
Filming the movie, which took place during the pandemic, was a welcome respite for Blanchett. “I was so grateful and happy just to be with people. You never know if it’s going to work out or not, but there was a wonderful spirit on set. Everyone bonded with the crew,” the actress shared, recalling the special atmosphere during production.
To get into the skin of Lilith, Blanchett decided to do what any fan would do: she bought a console and immersed herself in the game with a controller in hand. “I researched costumes, makeup tutorials… I wanted to really understand the character and what she represents to players,” she revealed. This immersion in the world of Borderlands not only helped her better understand her character, but it also transformed her vision of it.
With Borderlands, Cate Blanchett reminds us once again that there is no role that she can’t handle, no character that she can’t make her own. Now, we just have to wait and see how the actress manages to win over the most demanding fans and bring this unclassifiable universe to the big screen.
