Woke culture has unfortunately made its way into cinema. Over the years, there has been nitpicking about “authentic portrayals” of characters with different nationalities. But Adam Driver is not taking the bait. His focus is on the craft of acting. Whatever else comes, he’s tuning it out.

Adam Driver has played Italian characters in ‘House Of Gucci’ and ‘Ferrari.’ But sadly, the focus hasn’t been on his phenomenal performances. He’s been asked if playing Italian characters has been a strategic career move. The ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Paterson’ actor has a response that will shut everyone up for good.

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Adam Driver Wants No Conversation About Playing Italian Characters

Adam Driver plays the role of Maurizio Gucci in Ridley Scott’s ‘House of Gucci’ and Enzo Ferrari in Michael Mann’s ‘Ferrari.’ But playing real-life Italian icons hasn’t been a conscious choice. It is simply how things have panned out. Driver doesn’t it much thought, and so shouldn’t anyone else.

During Adam Driver’s appearance on the SmartLess podcast, hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett, Driver talks about how people are stuck up on him playing Italian characters. The 40-year-old actor says, “So many people have been like, ‘How many Italians… ?’ I’m like, it’s just kind of worked out that way. But I’m like, you know, it’s Ridley and it’s Michael and they’re in my mind some of the best filmmakers. Who gives a s**t that it was two Italians back to back?”

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Adam Driver Cuts Off Ties With ‘Star Wars’ Franchise

Adam Driver is not returning as Kylo Ren. ‘Girls’ and ‘Paterson’ actor has confirmed he’s no longer a part of the ‘Star Wars’ franchise. The death of the character means his storyline has come to an end. Although fan-favorite characters often return, Driver seems content with his run as the franchise’s antagonist.

Adam Driver first appeared as Kylo Ren in ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens.’ He reprised his fan-favorite character in ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ and ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.’ Rumour has it that the 40-year-old actor could be seen as Reed Richards in the ‘Fantastic Four’ reboot.

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