Sam Hargrave hails Chris Hemsworth as 'one of the last great action heroes'

Hargrave also worked as a stunt double for Captain America’s role of Chris Evan and later became a director of "Extraction” in 2020

By Web Desk
June 16, 2023
Image: Chris Hemsworth, Sam Hargrave

Extraction director Sam Hargrave expressed his fondness of Chris Hemsworth declaring him as “one of the last great action heroes”.

Hargrave also worked as a stunt double for Captain America’s role of Chris Evan and later became a director ofExtractionin 2020, featuring Hemsworth as the lead role.

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Hargrave expressed his admiration for Hemsworth by saying, “On so many levels, he’s one of the last great action heroes.” Commending Hemworth’s physical structure the Extraction director said, “Physically, he’s just built like a Norse God but with a dry sense of humour."

He added, “In Extraction, we did not want Chris to be just a big guy who kicks and punches but to dive into the character." He stressed the significance of making the character relatable and human.

Hargrave admitted Hemsworth’s commitment to the craft of filmmaking by saying, "Hemsworth is more than just a star – he is a partner."

He also commended the support showered upon him by Hemsworth during the movie. Hemsworth was the producer of the film but he was also helpful to the director writing scenes with him late at night.

Hargrave said that Hemsworth took a lot of pressure off because he was a supportive, collaborative, and creative ally.

The sequel of the first part of Extraction is set to be released on June 16 on Netflix.

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