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Actor Hayden Christensen is best known for essaying the role of Anakin Skywalker in theStar Warsfranchise. Christensen originated the role in the prequels, which detail the transformation of Anakin into the Sith Lord Darth Vader. However, he later reprised the role forObi-Wan KenobiandAhsokashows on Disney+.
During an interview, Christensen spoke about reprising his role years after the mixed reception of the prequels. At the same time, Christensen revealed the oneStar Warsactor who felt attention-starved after his Darth Vader character arrived on the sets to film his more recent appearances in the franchise. Here is what Christensen had to say about the aura of Vader during filming.
Hayden Christensen Admits Ewan McGregor Was Attention Starved When His Darth Vader Showed Up
ActorHayden Christensenmost recently reprised his role as Anakin Skywalker in theAhsokaseries, starring Rosario Dawson in the titular role. Following the conclusion of the show’s first season, Christensen and Dawson sat for a joint interview withEntertainment Weekly.
During the interview, Christensen was asked to comment on prequel trilogy co-star Ewan McGregor’sconfessionthat he was jealous of the attention Darth Vader received while filming theObi-Wan Kenobiminiseries.
Anytime Vader shows up, that’s a crowd-pleaser, so that’s an easy one.
Christensen made the above statement admitting that he could feel the electricity of all eyes being on him when he stepped onto the sets ofObi-Wan Kenobias Darth Vader.
The actor pointed out that since the character meant so much to so many people, the fanfare surrounding him was understandable. As a result, Christensen confirmed that McGregor’s confession about being starved for attention because of Vader was true.
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In the series, Christensen playedthe Darth Vader aspect of his characterfor the first time since the prequels. Therefore, the actor expressed gratitude for Anakin also receiving equal amounts of love and appreciation from the fan base, especially after the mixed reception of the prequels.
Hayden Christensen Discusses His Joy For Lightsaber Duels in theStar WarsFranchise
During the same interview, Christensen also talked about his favorite aspect of theStar Warsfranchise and admitted that he enjoyed being a part of the lightsaber duels. Christensen stated thatthe lightsaber combatwas without a doubt the most fun aspect of his job.
Easily the best part. Any work day with a lightsaber, it’s a good day.
Christensen made the above statement professing his love for lightsaber duels in the franchise created by George Lucas.
Meanwhile, Christensen also discussed his lightsaber duel with Dawson’s Ahsoka Tano in theAhsokaseries. The actor praised fight choreographer Ming Qiu for crafting the World Between the Worlds battle sequence between Anakin and Ahsoka.
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Christensen added that he and Dawson enjoyed filming the lightsaber duel scene and could not believe their luck. However, the actor played coy when asked aboutpotentially reprising the role for future seasons of the series. Nonetheless, Christensen left the door open on a return as Anakin / Darth Vader by stating that his character would always be with Ahsoka in spirit.
AhsokaandObi-Wan Kenobiare streaming on Disney+.
Pratik Handore
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With a keen interest in comic book movies and blockbuster franchises, Pratik usually covers news and updates on the DCU, MCU, Star Wars, and more.A die-hard fan of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Pratik spends most of his time exploring different storytelling mediums that invoke a sense of wonder and adventure. Other filmmakers whose works have deeply influenced him include Alfred Hitchcock, James Gunn, and Guillermo del Toro.
