Madeleine McGraw Embraces Gwen's Defiant Spirit in 'Black Phone 2' Sequel

In the two years since the release of 'The Black Phone', young actress Madeleine McGraw has solidified her status as a rising star. The 15-year-old, who played the scene-stealing role of Gwen Blake in the 2022 horror hit, has now taken the lead in the sequel, 'Black Phone 2'.

McGraw's performance as the psychic, foul-mouthed sister of the film's protagonist was so impressive that director Scott Derrickson delayed production of the first movie just to ensure she could take on the part. Now, in the follow-up, Gwen is the central focus, with the sequel delving deeper into her dreams, visions, and the Blake family's backstory.

According to McGraw, she was "very surprised" to learn that 'Black Phone 2' would be Gwen's movie. The actress embraced the opportunity, channeling the character's defiant spirit and even doing most of her own stunts. McGraw, who has been acting since a young age, says she can relate to Gwen's aggressive nature on the soccer field, where she too transforms into a different person.

While the 'Black Phone' franchise has brought McGraw newfound fame, the young actress remains grounded, focusing on the craft of acting rather than the trappings of celebrity. Her dream role, she reveals, is to one day play the Marvel character Spider-Gwen in a live-action film - a testament to her versatility and ambition.