Jack O'Connell is currently embodying two distinct, bloodthirsty villains in recent films, signaling a shift in his career. He plays Remmick, a vampire in the hit movie "Sinners," and Sir Jimmy Crystal, a violent cult leader in the new post-apocalyptic film "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple," which is a follow-up to "28 Days Later." O'Connell noted that both characters operate with a sense of normalcy about their actions, viewing their behavior as their "norm," which he found to be a "boundless" mentality to explore.
Despite the shared villainous nature, O'Connell emphasized the importance of differentiating the characters, seeing the back-to-back portrayals as an opportunity to showcase his acting range. His role as Remmick in "Sinners" has significantly boosted his profile in Hollywood. "Sinners" achieved notable commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing live-action original film since "Inception" in 2010. O'Connell, a London native, was interviewed in early January, marking his return to the United States since "Sinners" premiered in April.
