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Actor Dives into the Mind of Narcissistic Murderer in Gripping Miniseries
14 Nov
Summary
- Actor Jason Clarke relished playing convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh
- Murdaugh killed his wife and son in 2021 after years of family drama
- Makeup and hair teams helped transform Clarke into the narcissistic killer
The Hulu miniseries "Murdaugh: Death in the Family" explores the tragic story of Alex Murdaugh, a convicted murderer who killed his wife Maggie and son Paul in 2021. The show's star and executive producer, Jason Clarke, relished the opportunity to delve into Murdaugh's psyche and bring the narcissistic killer to life.
According to Clarke, tapping into Murdaugh's self-centered desires was key to unlocking the character. The actor worked closely with the show's hair and makeup teams to transform himself, embracing Murdaugh's Southern accent and rusty red hair. Together, they immersed themselves in the "absurdity and vulgarity" of the character, even listening to "narcissistic music" and watching Will Ferrell outtakes to get into the right mindset.
Despite the dark subject matter, Clarke found enjoyment in portraying Murdaugh's narcissistic tendencies. "It's enjoyable being a narcissist," he said, adding that the character's lack of empathy is ultimately where he "truly ends up." The miniseries, which also features Patricia Arquette and Johnny Berchtold, aims to shed light on the complex family dynamics and trauma that led to the tragic events.
