The Making of an Unforgettable Villain: Fast X Director Reveals Key Insights Behind the Extraordinary Antagonist

Summary

Dante in Fast X is a standout villain, with Jason Momoa having a major influence on his characterization and the development of new scenes.

The consequences of Dante's actions in the film have been devastating for Dom and his family, leaving their lives in a precarious state.

Dante's pursuit of revenge will persist in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Reyes, revealing his perilous yet comical demeanor as the Fast Saga progresses.

Fast X director Louis Leterrier discussed the process of creating Jason Momoa's memorable character, Dante Reyes, in the film. Dante is the son of Hernan Reyes (played by Joaquim de Almeida), a notorious drug lord who was killed in Fast Five. In Fast X, Dante seeks revenge against Dom's family, displaying both a lighthearted and violent approach. Dante's pursuit of vengeance leads to a cliffhanger ending in the film, where the lives of several characters hang in the balance.

Leterrier revealed in an interview with Comicbook.com that Momoa had a significant influence on Dante's character in Fast X. The director emphasized the collaborative effort between himself and Momoa, with the actor playing a major role in shaping Dante's personality.

Why Dante Is A Formidable Fast & Furious Villain

is like a gentle nudge, realizing that we share the same sense of humor and movie preferences. We both appreciate how the most captivating villains are those who are personified and thrilling. The element of humor adds to the threat, and danger adds to the humor. Recognizing these connections made us realize that we are on the same page. Thus, we embarked on our collaboration, engaging in rehearsals and brainstorming sessions to create fresh dialogue and entire scenes specifically tailored for his character. However, this endeavor would not have been possible without Jason's involvement. Dante is essentially an alternative version of Jason Momoa, but one that is characterized by violence, anger, and perversion. Jason, who enjoys driving 1938 Bentleys, constructing motorcycles, and adorning silk scarves, serves as the inspiration for Dante. We simply need to amplify these traits slightly, and Dante comes to life.

Dante, the treacherous antagonist of Fast X, possesses an abundance of resources, which he cunningly employs to unleash his vengeance upon Dom and his beloved kin. By the conclusion of Fast X, Dante's malevolent deeds force Jakob Toretto (John Cena) to make the ultimate sacrifice in order to safeguard Dom. Simultaneously, while Aimes, the deceitful one, causes Roman, Tej, Ramses, and Han's aircraft to plummet, their destinies remain uncertain until the unveiling of Fast & Furious 11.

Due to the immense destruction caused by Dante in Fast X, it appears that he is determined to completely annihilate Dom's family. The post-credits scene in Fast X reveals that Dante's next move is to target Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson). Consequently, the events in Fast X will transition into the storyline of the upcoming film, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Reyes, which will continue Dante's quest for revenge from Hobbs' perspective.

Considering Dante's combination of danger and humor, he is poised to become an entertaining villain in the concluding chapters of the Fast & Furious series. While the possibility of a Fast & Furious 12 looms on the horizon, it is likely that Momoa will continue to embody the energetic portrayal of Dante for future installments. Undoubtedly, Momoa's portrayal of Dante will maintain the same level of intensity as it did in the tenth Fast & Furious film.

Source: Comicbook.com