Jeff Goldblum Discusses His Desire to Alter 'The Fly' Ending
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Synopsis
Jeff Goldblum expressed his dissatisfaction with the ending of 'The Fly', revealing he had a passionate conversation with director David Cronenberg. He felt protective of his character and didn't want his love interest to end up with another man.
Key Takeaways
- Goldblum had a vigorous discussion with Cronenberg about the film's ending.
- He portrayed Seth Brundle, a character transforming into a fly.
- Goldblum felt possessive of his character's fate.
- He praised Cronenberg for his artistry and professionalism.
- The makeup process took five hours but was deemed worthwhile.
Los Angeles, April 19 (NationPress) Hollywood superstar Jeff Goldblum revealed he engaged in a passionate discussion with director David Cronenberg due to his dissatisfaction with the conclusion of the horror masterpiece “The Fly”.
The 72-year-old actor portrayed the quirky scientist Seth Brundle in the 1986 body horror film, who begins to metamorphose into a fly after an insect infiltrates his teleportation device. He was particularly troubled by the film's finale, which depicted Brundle acting aggressively towards his romantic interest Ronnie Quaife and their unborn child.
During his appearance on the 'Smartless' podcast, Goldblum stated: "I had a vigorous conversation with (Cronenberg) regarding the ending. There was a version that cast me, in retrospect, as a villain – despite my efforts to save her in the end and merge the three of us together."
The actor expressed that he became a dedicated defender of his character and was reluctant to see Ronnie end up with his rival, Stathis Borans, as reported by femalefirst.co.uk.
"At that point, I was such an advocate and passionate protector of my role, I felt possessive. I didn’t want (Veronica) to end up with (Stathis). I told (Cronenberg), 'Hold on!' Who was I to discuss it with him? Yet, ultimately, the ending turned out somewhat like that," he shared.
Goldblum praised his collaboration with the 'Dead Ringers' director, saying: "He may create those outrageous films, yet he is a very composed, kind Canadian. Civil, polite, delightful, and astute artist – who certainly marches to his own beat."
The actor mentioned that the process of applying the crucial makeup and prosthetics for his insect portrayal took five hours, but he believes the intense experience was worth the effort.
He remarked: "It was a very demanding, yet beautiful, passionate experience."
