“If you can’t be bothered flying to Australia, we can save you some time and we can transport you there by watching this film.”
Welcome Eric Bana:
We’re joined on the Starline by a man who is not shy about dying on camera at all. You’ve seen him in “Black Hawk Down”, “Star Trek”, “Troy”, and many other films. Australia’s biggest acting export is now in “Force of Nature: The Dry 2”. Director, actor, we welcome, Eric Bana.
Eric, let’s go Beyond the Mic In the trailer you say, “Down here, nature holds us all to account”. Why was it important for you to return for the crime drama sequel?
It’s not easy for your character, Aaron Falk. How easy or difficult was it to relate to the darkness of his backstory?
What makes Anna, Robin and the rest of the crew special to you?
The Rockin’ 8:
It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.
1. What’s the one thing your wife depends on you to do?
2. You are a Moto Grand Prix fan, favorite bike you’ve ever owned?
3. The one place in Australia that you cherish more than anyone will ever understand?
4. Who is your favorite co-star of all time?
5. 1st car you ever bought was what and do you still have it?
6. Who is the one person you always ask for advice that isn’t a business partner?
7. You’ve cheered on the Australian Olympic team over the years. What’s your favorite summer Olympic event?
8. Last scary movie you went to see?
The Back Half:
Which role of yours didn’t get the love you wanted it to?
How long would it take you to say yes if someone offered you to do a movie with William Fichtner and Kim Coates?
Why should people watch “Force of Nature: The Dry 2”?
One Big Question:
I’m a fan of the Cleveland Browns. What would you give up forever if your beloved AFL St. Kilda Saints would win just 1 championship?
The Wrap:
His wife depends on him to do almost everything outdoors. Loved acting with Rachel McAdams and wants you to go see “Force of Nature: The Dry 2” Eric Bana, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.
And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.
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Check out Eric on X here.
