Christian Baleis prepping hard for his next project, and, of course, fans can expect some physical changes. Popularly known for altering his bodily appearance for roles, Bale is back with as much versatility for the upcomingJohn Maddenbiopic. TitledMadden, heportrays the late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis, and, thanks to People Magazine, we have a first look at his character behind the scenes in Atlanta.
In the new image, theAmerican Psychostar looks unrecognizable, sporting a more weathered version of himself. He was seen in a receding hairline wig with bleached eyebrows and wearing a white V-neck shirt paired with a leather jacket, black slacks, and dress shoes. The look was completed with a series of championship rings. Not long before Bale’sMaddenlook, co-starNicolas Cagewas also seen in a similarly unrecognizable ensemble, complete with a wavy blonde wig and aqua blue tracksuit.
Directed and written by David O. Russell,Maddenwill also starJohn Mulaneyas Trip Hawkins,Kathryn Hahnas Virginia Madden, andSienna Milleras Carol Davis. Meanwhile, it will chronicle the life and career of former Raiders head coach turned NFL commentator, Madden, who died in 2021 at 85. Cage stars as the legend who also won Super Bowl XI in 1977 for the Raiders. And as teased by Amazon MGM Studios:
“The film follows Madden’s remarkable journey—from his Super Bowl-winning partnership with Al Davis and the Raiders, to creating Madden NFL, and becoming one of the most iconic voices in football history.”
Christian Bale’s Physical Transformations Are on Another Level
Sporting an entirely new look for his role inMaddenwill not be the first for Bale, who never shies away from such. Described as one of the most physically gifted actors of his generation, the English performer is known for his exhaustive dedication to the weight fluctuations that his roles demand and the intensity with which he completely inhabits those parts.
Since 1986, Bale has blessed the entertainment industry with his noteworthy acting skills, beginning with his breakthrough role at 13 inSteven Spielberg’s war filmEmpire of the Sun. He further gained wider recognition as the serial killer Patrick Bateman in the 2000 pic American Psychoand the title role in the 2004 thrillerThe Machinist. Later, between 2005 and 2012, his role as Batman inChristopher Nolan’sThe Dark Knighttrilogypropelled him to even more fame as the franchise became one of the highest-grossing.
More recently, Bale will next be seen inMadden, which has no release date yet, as well as inMaggie Gyllenhaal’s fantasy period filmThe Bride!, set for June 12, 2025, and in which he will portray Frankenstein’s monster. Stay tuned to Collider for further movie updates, and check outBale’s newMaddenlook via People Magazine.
Source:People Magazine
