The stars of 'Clayface' discuss the film's R-rated body horror and practical effects, and how it pushes the boundaries of the DCU with visceral violence.
01Summary
- 01Tom Rhys Harries stars as Matt Hagen, a Gotham actor turned disfigured villain after a crime boss attack.
- 02Naomi Ackie plays Caitlyn Corr and Max Minghella plays John Borrelli.
- 03The film is directed by James Watkins from a script originally by Mike Flanagan.
- 04Harries and Ackie said the audience reacted with shock and horror during screenings.
- 05The movie explores a romantic relationship that drives the protagonist's destruction.
02Why it matters
This story matters because 'Clayface' represents a bold, horror-inflected gamble for the DC universe, potentially changing expectations for superhero cinema with its extreme content.
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