Interview: Oscar Isaac Talks 'Show Me A Hero' And His Acting Approach For 'X-Men: Apocalypse' & 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'
Oscar Isaac is a busy man. Last night marked the finale of the HBO miniseries "Show Me A Hero," and if you've missed it, be sure to track it down on HBO's streaming services or in reruns. Written by David Simon, directed by Paul Haggis, and featuring one of Isaac's finest performances to date, it's the tremendously moving true story of Yonkers mayor Nick Wasicsko who fought to implement court mandated public housing in the wealthy, mostly white city. Facing political opposition and public anger, Nick put his own personal health and reputation on the line to do what he believed is the right thing. Working with Simon's great script, Isaac creates a complex, compassionate portrait of the former mayor.
However, as I said, Oscar Isaac hardly has a moment. In addition to promoting "Show Me A Hero," he recently wrapped work on "X-Men: Apocalypse," he starts shooting "The Promise" with Christian Bale in September, and there's a little movie coming...