John Cho Dons Villain Role: A New Era

Actor John Cho, known for diverse roles in "Star Trek" and "The Sympathizer," is stepping into villainous territory for the first time in his career. In "Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother," he portrays Haun Yoon, an Army veteran who establishes a violent, militant Christian church.

The film, which premiered at TIFF and was released by Amazon MGM, features Oscar winner Mahershala Ali as a contract killer. Cho described the movie as a "spectacular combination of the story about family and faith, but set in this action thriller."

Cho's portrayal of Haun Yoon was influenced by the character's distinctive appearance, including a cowboy hat, boots, and distinctive teeth grillz. These elements helped him physically and mentally embody a dangerous leader, allowing him to break away from his established on-screen persona.

Preparation for the role involved extensive rehearsals with director Bassam Tariq and co-star Mahershala Ali. Cho emphasized the importance of building trust and empowerment with his fellow actors, noting that Haun Yoon and Ali's character, Latif, shared similar underlying drives despite their vastly different presentations.

Physical preparation included learning intricate fight choreography for intense action sequences. Cho noted that Ali handled the more demanding physical aspects of the fight scenes. A particularly nerve-wracking scene for Cho was his initial introduction to Latif, due to the scene's complexity and his admiration for Ali's work.