Edie Falco Interested in Female Superhero Role
Edie Falco expressed enthusiasm for taking on the challenge of playing a female superhero. Known for her Emmy-winning performances in The Sopranos and Nurse Jackie, Falco thrives on portraying complex, multifaceted characters.
“Never have I said I can’t do that. You sort of find a way you can go and see, because you’re able to know you have to stop before it is dangerous. And I’ve been in therapy for 7,000 years.”
Preference for Complex Characters
Falco emphasized her preference for roles that offer depth and complexity, explaining that less complicated lives are less engaging to portray. She said, “I look for those [complicated characters]. That’s what makes this exciting.”
Career Reflections and Future Interests
At 62, Falco feels lucky to have portrayed a diverse array of intricate female characters. She believes she has benefited from not being typecast early in her career, noting that playing only young, beautiful women can become limiting with age.
“I’ve been very lucky that kind of since I started working, female characters are getting more interesting and complicated, I feel like I’m riding this wave of really interesting and complicated female characters.”
Looking forward, Falco is intrigued by the possibility of playing a political figure, joking, “Maybe I can get something out of my system.”
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Author's summary: Edie Falco seeks to explore new challenges by portraying complex female superheroes and political figures, embracing roles that defy typecasting and highlight depth.