Few actors are more game to explore the genre space than Hugo Weaving. He’s appeared in many foundational franchises, from The Matrix and V for Vendetta to MCU and Lord of the Rings films. Many of his roles spark an unshakeable sense of nostalgia in fans, but Weaving also seems to know when to nurture that nostalgia, and when to leave well enough alone.
With Warner Bros. trying to generate a Lord of the Rings renaissance, there’s a renewed interest in Elrond, the Elven lord Weaving portrayed in Peter Jackson’s films. The actor appeared in all three installments of the original Rings trilogy, and returned for the Hobbit prequels, so returning again for The Hunt for Gollum — the upcoming film that will likely bridge the gap between the two trilogies — felt like a given. Lord of the Rings alums like Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, and Orlando Bloom have already expressed their interest in reprising their roles, but surprisingly, Weaving doesn’t share their enthusiasm.
