The Crow Reboot: Co-Star's Candid Response to Bill Skarsgård's Remake Appearance

Rochelle Davis, known for her role as Sarah in the original The Crow movie alongside Brandon Lee, recently shared her thoughts on Bill Skarsgård's portrayal of the character. The long-awaited remake, based on James O’Barr's comic book series, is finally scheduled to hit theaters on June 7. Initial images of Skarsgård as Eric Draven, covered in tattoos, have sparked criticism and comparisons to Jared Leto's Joker from Suicide Squad.

In an interview with TMZ, Davis expressed her disapproval of Skarsgård's version of Eric Draven, simply stating, "Yuck." She criticized the character's "dingy, dirty, grungy" appearance and suggested that the producers should have chosen an actor who more closely resembled Lee as a sign of respect. Davis also mentioned her desire for more diversity in the cast, believing that a non-straight, non-white male actor would have been a better fit for the role.

Does Skarsgård's Grungy Eric Draven More Closely Honor The Character’s Roots?

Bill Skarsgård as The Crow puts on a leather jacket in The Crow. - Does Skarsgård's Grungy Eric Draven More Closely Honor The Character’s Roots?

Before Skarsgård was chosen to play Eric Draven in The Crow reboot, there were many other actors considered for the role over the years. Jason Momoa, Tom Hiddleston, Bradley Cooper, and even Alexander Skarsgård were all potential candidates at one point. Fans of the original movie have had a hard time accepting the idea of a reboot and a new Eric Draven for a long time.

The original movie has a strong cult following, and the tragic death of Brandon Lee during its production adds to the challenge for whoever takes on the role of Eric Draven in the reboot. Skarsgård's interpretation of Eric Draven, described as "grungy," may have surprised some fans, but it actually aligns closely with the character's original inspiration. The creator of the character, James O’Barr, based Eric Draven's design on punk rock icon Iggy Pop, which is reflected in Skarsgård's unkempt appearance and slender physique.

Iggy Pop was initially chosen to play Funboy in the 1994 film The Crow, but he had to decline due to scheduling conflicts. Instead, he ended up appearing in the sequel The Crow: City of Angels.

Although Iggy Pop doesn't have the same tattoos as Eric Draven, played by Skarsgård, his portrayal of the character fully embraces the punk rock roots. If the producers had followed Davis' suggestion and cast a lookalike of Bruce Lee, it may have been criticized as a mere imitation. Hopefully, with Skarsgård's performance, The Crow reboot will be able to win over its skeptics when it hits theaters.

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Source: TMZ

Editor's P/S:

The article highlights the contrasting perspectives on Bill Skarsgård's portrayal of Eric Draven in the upcoming "The Crow" remake. While Rochelle Davis criticizes the grungy appearance as disrespectful to Brandon Lee's legacy, the article suggests that Skarsgård's interpretation aligns with the character's punk rock roots, inspired by Iggy Pop.

Personally, I find Davis's stance understandable given the iconic status of Lee's portrayal and the tragic circumstances surrounding his death. However, I also appreciate the article's attempt to contextualize Skarsgård's performance within the character's original inspiration. The reboot's success may hinge on its ability to honor the original while introducing a fresh perspective that resonates with a new generation of viewers.