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Clarke Defends Flop Franchises: 'Jobs I Said Yes To'
30 May
Summary
- Clarke acknowledges disappointing receptions to 'Solo', 'Terminator Genisys', and 'Secret Invasion'.
- She states that joining existing franchises makes failures feel less personal.
- Clarke hints at a potential return for her 'Star Wars' character, Qi'ra.
Emilia Clarke, globally recognized for her role as Daenerys Targaryen in 'Game of Thrones,' has reflected on the critical and commercial disappointments of several major franchises she has been part of. In a recent interview, Clarke discussed her involvement in 'Solo: A Star Wars Story,' 'Terminator Genisys,' and Marvel's 'Secret Invasion.' All three projects, despite significant expectations, faced lukewarm to negative reactions from audiences and critics.
Addressing the reception of 'Secret Invasion,' Clarke humorously stated that "no one liked that show." She also admitted that 'Star Wars' and 'Terminator' projects did not resonate well, acknowledging, "That should never have happened." However, she emphasized that these were professional decisions, "jobs I said yes to." Clarke portrayed Sarah Connor in 'Terminator Genisys' (2015) and G'iah in Marvel's 'Secret Invasion,' with no current updates on her MCU future. Her role as Qi'ra in 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' also underperformed, though she noted fan interest in the character's return.
Clarke maintains that her participation in established franchises means that when projects don't succeed, "it's not personal." This perspective allows her to navigate the challenges of high-profile roles in existing universes, separating her personal investment from the public's reaction to the final product. She remains open to future opportunities while acknowledging the realities of blockbuster filmmaking.
