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Anthony Hopkins: Charm is Key to Playing Villains

3/26/2025

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In a captivating interview, Anthony Hopkins reveals his secret to embodying villains: charm. He believes that portraying evil with a pleasant demeanor keeps audiences on their toes. In his latest film "Locked," he takes on the role of William, a wealthy man bent on revenge, with the tension unfolding within the confines of a locked SUV.

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In a captivating interview, Anthony Hopkins reveals his secret to embodying villains: charm. He believes that portraying evil with a pleasant demeanor keeps audiences on their toes. In his latest film "Locked," he takes on the role of William, a wealthy man bent on revenge, with the tension unfolding within the confines of a locked SUV.