Carey Elwes on Disappearing Into Dead Man's Wire | Exclusive Interview
Carey Elwes discusses his transformative performance in Dead Man’s Wire, revealing how deep historical research, real archival material, and collaboration with the real-life family behind the story helped him fully disappear into the role of undercover detective Mike Grable.
In this exclusive interview, Elwes reflects on his passion for true stories, working with director Gus Van Sant, and portraying real people with authenticity, power, and restraint. Dead Man’s Wire continues his long tradition of compelling performances rooted in real history.
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ABOUT DEAD MAN'S WIRE
Dead Man's Wire is a tense crime thriller inspired by the shocking true story of Tony Kiritsis, a former real estate developer who orchestrated a high-stakes hostage standoff that captivated the nation. Set in the late 1970s, the film follows Kiritsis as he straps a sawed-off shotgun to the neck of his mortgage broker and demands justice for what he believes is financial betrayal, drawing police, media, and the public into a volatile showdown.
Directed by Gus Van Sant, the film examines obsession, paranoia, and the destructive consequences of unresolved grievance. As negotiations intensify, law enforcement struggles to prevent the situation from escalating into tragedy while Kiritsis's fractured worldview becomes increasingly unstable. Anchored by powerful performances and restrained tension, Dead Man's Wire explores how desperation and ego can spiral into an unforgettable real-world nightmare.
Directed By: Gus Van Sant
MPAA Rating: R
Genre: Thriller
Running Time: 104 minutes
Distributed By: XYZ Films
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