Unconventional Career Choices: Adam Driver on Instinct, Filmmakers, and Italian Roles
By Matt Coleman
Published January 3, 2024
Adam Driver, known for his unconventional career choices, recently opened up about his approach to booking roles. In a podcast appearance, he discussed his instinct-driven decision-making process and working with esteemed filmmakers.
Working with Great Filmmakers
During his appearance on the SmartLess podcast, hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett, the topic of Driver playing Italian men in two consecutive movies arose. He portrayed Maurizio Gucci in Ridley Scott’s 'House of Gucci' and Enzo Ferrari in Michael Mann’s 'Ferrari.' Despite the consecutive Italian roles, Driver emphasized his admiration for Ridley Scott and Michael Mann, regarding them as some of the best filmmakers.
Not Being Strategic
Driver acknowledged that playing Italian characters successively may not have been a strategic move in his career. However, he expressed his conviction in working with Ridley Scott and Michael Mann, stating that the filmmakers' reputation and the quality of the projects were paramount in his decision-making process.
Response to Criticism
Addressing the recurring question about portraying Italians successively, Driver shared his surprise at the frequency of such inquiries. He noted that the focus on Italy was less about the country itself and more about the filmmakers and the projects. He highlighted that his choice of roles was influenced by the directors and the compelling nature of the stories, rather than a deliberate focus on Italian characters.
Navigating Press Interactions
Driver expressed his frustration with the limitations of press interactions, where nuanced conversations may be challenging to facilitate. He indicated that the emphasis on his portrayal of Italian characters often overshadowed the broader context of his career decisions, particularly his collaboration with renowned filmmakers.
Unconventional Responses
Commenting on his viral response to a reporter's critique of the Ferrari crash scenes, Driver's candid reaction reflected his straightforward approach to addressing criticism. His unfiltered reply, though unconventional, captured his willingness to defend the creative choices made in the film.
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