Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodovar has shared his thoughts on the rapid ascent of actor Jacob Elordi. Almodovar pondered whether Elordi has showcased his full acting range. During an appearance on a Spanish-language podcast, Almodovar acknowledged Elordi’s increasing fame, predicting he is on the path to stardom.
Almodovar expressed uncertainty about how to categorize Elordi, questioning if he is primarily a sex symbol or a versatile actor. He emphasized the need to see Elordi in more demanding roles to make a definitive judgment. Critically, Almodovar critiqued Elordi’s recent projects, suggesting they fail to fully exhibit his talents.
The director specifically criticized ‘Wuthering Heights’ and ‘Frankenstein’, indicating that the scripts may hinder nuanced performances. Almodovar labeled ‘Wuthering Heights’ as “very bad,” absolving Elordi and Margot Robbie of blame. Regarding ‘Frankenstein’, Almodovar noted the emphasis on stylization over emotional depth in modern portrayals of the character.
Almodovar stressed the importance of Elordi taking on roles that push his acting boundaries. Elordi’s career has seen a surge with notable roles in ‘Euphoria’, ‘Priscilla’, ‘Saltburn’, and ‘Frankenstein’, garnering attention during awards season. The actor has also shown interest in participating in Spanish-language cinema.
