Giancarlo Esposito revealed how he practiced using the Darksaber, and it's pretty funny...
The long-awaited third season of Star Wars: The Mandalorian is debuting next month, and fans can expect the return of the Darksaber. The saber has a long history, and it's now in the hands of Din Djarin which means Bo-Katan Kryze will likely be coming for him and the weapon since it must be won in battle. Before Mando had the Darksaber, Moff Gideon was in possession of it. During a recent interview with GQ, Esposito shared a hilarious story about practicing with the Darksaber.
"The Darksaber was a wonderful thing to wield," Esposito shared."There's only a few of us actors who've had the opportunity to wield such an iconic piece of equipment... We had a bunch of different swords. Sometimes the hilt, sometimes the long one, sometimes one that was lit around the end so they could sort of CGI it in, and sometimes it was full weight, sometimes not full weight.
He continued,"So, I had practiced at home, 'cause I also have a cape, to figure out the logistics of it with a broomstick. And eventually, when I got with the Darksaber, I was just very enthusiastic about being able to practice with it in the moment on the set, and to have such a great time playing this character with a piece of history that's so very iconic."
What's Next For Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian?Esposito will reprise his role as Moff Gideon in the third season of The Mandalorian, and he's already teased some exciting stuff for his character in Season 3. Recently, the actor spoke with Collider and explained why the new season of The Mandalorian will be the best one yet.
"I just think that the show gets more expanded and more visually profound with each season. And I think it's the vision of Jon Favreau and David Filoni, certainly, that begins that expansion. But it's also all of the artisans that they trust to collaborate with them. I was blown away by that sizzle reel. All of a sudden, the world just came at you in a much more intense, and – it's always been gratifying – but in a way that allowed you to know...
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