In this statement, Andy Serkis reflects on a film he starred in between two major projects: "The Lord of the Rings" and "King Kong." He mentions that his role was in a comedy movie titled "13 Going on 30," where he played Jennifer Garner's boss. Serkis humorously notes that one of his scenes involved him performing Michael Jackson’s iconic moonwalk dance move, which he felt he did well.
Serkis’s comment reveals his self-awareness and humility as an actor, highlighting a lesser-known project in the midst of his more famous roles. The mention of his skill at the moonwalk might seem trivial but reflects his versatility and willingness to take on diverse acting challenges, even if they are less central to his career highlights. By bringing up this comedy film and his dance move, Serkis also showcases a playful side that isn’t always evident in more serious roles he has played.
Andy Serkis is a renowned British actor known for his groundbreaking work with motion capture technology, particularly as the voice of Gollum in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Beyond this role, he has made significant contributions to films like "King Kong," "War for the Planet of the Apes," and others where he often plays characters that are a fusion of human and non-human traits. Serkis’s work spans various genres, from fantasy to science fiction, and he is also involved in directing and producing projects through his company The Imaginarium Studios.
