Director Martin McDonagh and stars John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell discuss their new film 'Wild Horse Nine,' delving into its themes of guilt, the JFK assassination, and the changing face of fascism, alongside their candid political views.
This article provides an in-depth look at Martin McDonagh's new film, 'Wild Horse Nine,' through interviews with the director and lead actors John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell. The film centers on two bickering CIA agents, Chris (Malkovich) and Lee (Rockwell), post-1973 Chile coup, with Chris, now battling cancer, seeking to expose the truth about the JFK assassination. McDonagh describes the movie as his 'first old-man movie,' marked by themes of guilt and regret. The actors' off-screen banter mirrors their on-screen dynamic, with Rockwell praising Malkovich's unique talent and Malkovich recounting their rigorous rehearsal process. McDonagh shares his belief in the JFK conspiracy and reflects on how modern 'fascism' is no longer hidden, contrasting Trump's era with past presidents. The interview also touches on Malkovich's disillusionment with politics, having not voted since 1972, and Rockwell's 'faint hope.' The piece concludes with a humorous anecdote from Malkovich about faking a heart attack on stage, tying into the film's exploration of death.
