Joseph Quinn, known for his roles in ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Game of Thrones’, stars in ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ alongside Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o. The film, which will be released on June 27, is a prequel to the popular film “A Quiet Place” franchise and explores the events of the first day the aliens invade Earth.
A new challenge
Quinn shared that this film is different from previous installments and said audiences will be able to experience the film on a scale they haven’t experienced before.
He noted that while the first two films were shot, this one is set in New York City, a place not known for being quiet, adding a new dimension to the story as the characters try to negotiate this “very quiet, very violent new film’. reality.”
“It’s very much its own movie,” he said.
About silent acting
One of the unique challenges of “A Quiet Place: Day One” is the need for nonverbal communication. Quinn said much of the acting relies on body language, facial expressions and movement, as the characters must remain still to avoid the alien monsters.
“As humans, we communicate nonverbally all the time anyway,” he said. “But I think the challenge of it, for myself and Lupita, was figuring out ways to tell each other what to do and what not to do without any dialogue, which is a lot of fun.”
Working with Lupita Nyong’o
Quinn said he actively pursued the role, in part because of his admiration for director Michael Sarnoski and co-star Nyong’o, who called Quinn “a formidable person and remarkable actor.”
With multiple projects on his plate, including roles in ‘Fantastic Four’ and ‘Gladiator,’ Quinn is busier than ever. Despite his hectic schedule, Quinn said he remains grateful for the opportunities.
“It’s extraordinary. I’m in a really interesting place right now and I’m really enjoying it, and I’m very grateful for it,” Quinn said.
