Henry Cavill on Warhammer and Highlander (interview: video).

Here’s a neat little interview with Matthew Vaughn and Henry Cavill, conducted by the stalwart Josh Horowitz.

The duo discussed their new movie, Argylle, as well as their careers and other interests. Cavill said that he had a great time working on Argylle and that he is excited for people to see it. He also talked about his love of dogs, his role in the new Highlander (can there really only be one?) and Warhammer. Vaughn also discussed his love of art and wine, as well as his experience working with actors. He also talked about his cunning plans to make a musical.

But let’s zoom in on our Henry, shall we? In the glitzy galaxy of stars that light up our screens, there’s one British import who has seamlessly traversed the realms of fantasy, horror, spy-fi, and, of course, superhero sagas, without so much as ruffling his impeccably tailored suits or battle armor. Yes, meet Henry Cavill, a man who has donned more capes and swords than a Renaissance fair on overdrive and still manages to look like he stepped out of a sartorial spread in GQ.

From the early days of cutting his acting teeth in films like The Count of Monte Cristo and I Capture the Castle, to wielding formidable power as Charles Brandon in Showtime’s The Tudors, Cavill’s trajectory has been nothing short of a cinematic odyssey. The Tudors, with its blend of historical drama and Cavill’s portrayal of the dashing duke, not only won him critical acclaim but also the title of “Most Dashing Duke” by Entertainment Weekly. It’s safe to say, this role didn’t just showcase his acting chops but also his killer bod, making both history buffs and casual viewers sit up and take note.

But why stop at dukedoms when you can be a god among men? Enter Cavill’s era as Superman in the DC Extended Universe. Starting with Man of Steel and soaring through Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League, Cavill’s Clark Kent was as much about the man as the super. Despite a tumultuous journey with the caped crusader role, including a Snyder Cut that became the stuff of legend, Cavill’s tenure as Superman had fans and critics alike lauding his embodiment of the iconic hero.

Yet, Cavill’s versatility knows no bounds. Swapping capes for swords, he embraced the gritty world of The Witcher as Geralt of Rivia, a mutant monster hunter with a heart of gold and a voice of gravel. This Netflix fantasy series not only gave us meme-worthy bathtub scenes but also solidified Cavill’s status as a fantasy genre heavyweight. And just when you thought he couldn’t get any more British, he turned up the charm as Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes and its sequel, proving that he could steal scenes without even trying.

Not content with dominating the realms of fantasy and superheroes, Cavill also dipped his toes into the spy genre with suave roles in The Man from U.N.C.L.E. and Mission: Impossible – Fallout. Whether he’s reloading his arms like a human shotgun or engaging in high-octane chases across Paris, Cavill’s foray into espionage added yet another layer to his already versatile career.

But what’s a hero without a little darkness? Cavill has also explored the horror genre, from the supernatural scares of Blood Creek to the mythological battles in Immortals. It seems there’s no genre too vast or role too complex for Cavill to tackle, making him a true chameleon of the screen.As readers of SFcrowsnest, the premier science fiction magazine, will attest, Cavill’s journey across genres has been nothing short of spectacular. From dukedoms to distant planets, from mythical monsters to the mean streets of Victorian London, his career is a testament to the power of versatility in the ever-evolving landscape of film and television.

With projects like The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare and the eagerly anticipated Warhammer 40,000 adaptation on the horizon, it’s clear that Cavill is not just a man of steel but a titan of the screen. So, here’s to Henry Cavill, a man who can leap genres in a single bound and still remain the dashing duke we all secretly (or not so secretly) adore.

Overall, this interview is lighthearted and enjoyable. The actors seem to have a good rapport with each other and the host, and they share some interesting insights into their lives and careers for us science fiction geeks at SFcrowsnest.