May 12,2010
Interview with Hayden Christensen in RIO
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In Rio, the actor of Darth Vader, Hayden Christensen, reveals: “I like women who make me laugh ‘
What would you do if this face to face with Darth Vader, one of the greatest villains of the seventh art? Well, he would not come to Brazil, but Hayden Christensen, the actor who gave life to the character in the first three films in the saga “Star Wars” made his first visit to the country. The reason was special: he is the poster boy Lacoste and came to Rio to participate in the parade that the designer held at the Copacabana Palace.
The Canadian actor spoke to the report of IG on the afternoon of Wednesday (12) and talked about fashion, career, and has revealed that an ideal type of woman, with personality and sense of humor. Check out the interview below:
iG: What do you think about Brazil? Is there any place in particular you’d like to visit?
Christensen: This is my first time in Brazil and I’m finding it very nice. People are very nice and quiet. I have not had the opportunity to know very well the river, because I’ll get some time (the season of the actor is only three days), but tomorrow I’ll go do tourist programs such as the Sugarloaf, the barbecue … At Corcovado I can not go, because I said it’s closed off to visitors.
GORGEOUS!

IG: In relation to Brazilian culture: you know any director, film or music?
Christensen: I do not really know much about movies and Brazilian culture. This is only my first visit to Brazil. But, I already have the visa in my passport of the country and plans to return sometime in the next five years. Sure, I’ll be back.
IG: What was it like playing a character so striking as Darth Vader in the latest films in the saga of “Star Wars”? That role has changed your life?
Christensen: Interpret a character like that was one of the most amazing things in my life. It was the movie that had the greatest recognition. Also, my brother has always been a big fan of “Star Wars” and we were very excited when I got the part.
IG: You’ve worked with established actors like Samuel L. Jackson and Ewan McGregor. Which one impressed you most? With another actor who would play opposite you?
Christensen: Wow! All were wonderful. I find it hard to choose one, but I would love to work with actors like Sean Peann solid reputation, Billy Crudup and Michael Gambon. I think others would learn from them.
IG: You became known for futuristic movies and science fiction. He had no fear of being stereotyped?
Christensen: I really think people associate me with that kind of movie, but I do not see it as a bad thing. I’m a fan of the genre. I’m still young, I have enough time to do different jobs, they succeed.
iG: What are your upcoming projects?
Christensen: My next film is called “Shadow Chaser”. This is one long action-adventure, the way I like. Everyone would also like us to do a sequel to “Jumper”, but this is a matter of time. We are working on the script …
IG: How did the partnership with Lacoste?
Christensen: I grew up playing tennis, so I always wore too much clothing by Lacoste, mainly polo shirts. When they invited me to be the poster boy of perfume Challenge, I was very happy because I think that the brand promotes an image of healthy people who enjoy sports as I do.

IG: And how do you define your style?
Christensen: I like casual attire and comfortable. And I am a very active person, so I like clothes that have no problem with that mess and leave me free to play sports.
iG: What piece of clothing that you do not give up at all?
Christensen: That difficult question! I do not know if I am so attached to a piece of clothing, I am not so vain, but I really like shoes. Especially boots. I bought these I’m wearing in London a year ago and use it enough. Whenever I’m in a place that is hot or cold.
iG: Today you visited the project Gol de Letra Foundation. How was the experience?
Christensen: I went there and played football. I love it but I do not think I did quite well because I was in boots (laughs). I think I’m better at tennis and hockey, sports practice since small. I know that Brazilians are crazy about football. When the game “FIFA” in the Playstation always choose the team from Brazil: Ronaldinho and Kaka are always the best, at least in the video game.
IG: You seem to be a very shy person. The fame and the paparazzi annoy you?
Christensen: It depends where I am. At my farm in Canada they do not bother me even a little, why not travel there often. But when I’m in Los Angeles, they can be a little insensitive. That’s crazy! They await you at the door of your house and follow you to where you go. If a camera were not as they would be pursuing.
IG: You are considered sexy symbol and has worked with women as icons of beauty Natalie Portman, Sienna Miller and Jessica Alba. In real life, what a woman should do to make you win?
Christensen: I like women who have their heads in place, they have their own opinions and be respected. I really look for a woman with humor, that makes me laugh. I think this is key! And if he is in evening dress, even better.
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nice interview but bad translation……..too bad.
There are more pictures from that photoshoot he did at Roland Garros behind him. I wish we could get our hands on those they look absolutely mouthwateringly sexy.
http://rgvogue.ig.com.br/gossip/2010/05/12/hayden+christensen+entrevista+9484268.html ;)
Okay, am I the only one excited to learn they are “working on a script” for Jumper 2?? YAY!!!!
And what is Shadow Chaser?
I am too! :)
Shadow Chaser I believe is The Genius Code?
Is it? I googled Shadow Chaser and it was a series of movies in the early nineties. If it’s not Genesis Code I wonder if it’s a remake?
Haha, he wants to work with my cousin! (Billy Crudup)
That translation was kinda bad. Lol! It’s nice to see him up and running.
From this week’s Production Weekly:
“THE GENESIS CODE” (aka “SHADOW CHASER”) Feature Film 11-02-06
MICHAEL MAILER FILMS
81 Worth St. New York, NY 10013 kit@michaelmailerfilms.com
PHONE: 212-966-9494 FAX: 212-966-9490
STATUS: Development
PRODUCER: Michael Mailer - Alvaro Longoria - Kirk D’Amico - Tove Christensen
DIRECTOR: David R. Ellis WRITER: Kevin Bernhardt CAST: Hayden Christensen
MYRIAD PICTURES 3015 Main St., Ste. 400, Santa Monica, CA 90405 310-279-4000 Fax 310-279-4001
Joe Lassiter a former N.S.A. Special Ops Agent turned private security expert, learns that his sister and her young son have been brutally murdered by an assassin. He discovers that the deaths are linked to a secretive religious cult named the Shadow of the Cross and Lassiter is driven to find out who ordered the hit and why. His worldwide manhunt leads to an Italian fertility clinic where his sister and 12 other women were artificially impregnated. But the clinic has been burnt to the ground, and every one of the women and their young sons have been murdered, all except for one – Candice Banks. Candice is a famous thriller novelist that Joe and his Security Company helped ‘disappear’ after she complained of being the victim
of a stalker. As Joe races to find Candice before the Shadow of the Cross assassins, he discovers a haunting theory behind the clinic - a rogue Vatican doctor stole priceless relics from the Vatican’s catacombs containing the blood of Christ and impregnated the women with his DNA in an effort to bring about The Second Coming. The Shadow of the Cross believes these children are the anti-Christ, and has vowed to wipe them from the face of the earth. Joe doesn’t know what to believe – except that he will stop at nothing to ensure that Candice Banks and her son never meet the same fate as his beloved sister.
That’s great for “Jumper”!
@ trish - thanks for the info!