"Peter Dinklage Transforms into the Toxic Avenger for a Fresh Twist"
Gearing up for the Toxic Avenger remake? Naturally, the burning question on everyone's mind is, "What does Toxie look like with Peter Dinklage donning the title role?" The fandom's anticipation skyrocketed when io9 raved about the movie at Fantastic Fest 2023. Now that the film's summer release is official, the Troma-inspired remake team is ready to unveil Dinklage's transformed visage!
Entertainment Weekly published exclusive images that you can drool over below. Director Macon Blair shared, "Our intention was to capture Lloyd Kaufman's original creature's vibe while blending it with the Toxic Crusaders cartoon's looks, all while adding our unique, strange, and lovable spin on Toxie's design."
Sparking my curiosity since watching the film was the question: is that really Dinklage underneath the prosthetics? The answer turns out to be no. Actor Luisa Guerreiro takes on the role of Toxie once he gets, well, toxic.
Before Guerreiro's transformation, the film focuses on janitor Winston, played by Dinklage. Laden with responsibility after his wife's demise, he struggles to care for his stepson. Diagnosed with a terminal illness and denied coverage by his scheming boss, Kevin Bacon, Winston seeks revenge. Following a bloody demise and drowning in toxic waste, the iconic green-skinned hero is reborn.
As we mentioned in our film review, The Toxic Avenger doesn't shy away from its over-the-top antics while sprinkling in some heartfelt moments. Even when Toxie's mop is splattering foes, the underlying motivation of protecting his stepson keeps you cheering.
Mark your calendars for August 29, as The Toxic Avenger hits theaters, giving you the chance to judge the new interpretation for yourself. What are your thoughts on the fresh Toxie design?
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- The film's anticipated remake of The Toxic Avenger promises an unusual take on the title character, as Peter Dinklage dons the role while Lloyd Kaufman's original creature vibe is maintained, with a blend of the Toxic Crusaders cartoon's appearance and an unique twist to Toxie's design.
- In the lead-up to the film's release in 2023's summer, fans were left pondering if the title role was indeed played by Dinklage under the prosthetics, but it appears their assumptions were inaccurate.
- Luisa Guerreiro plays the role of Toxie once he becomes toxic, while Dinklage is seen as janitor Winston, a character who is seen struggling to cope with the loss of his wife and the responsibility of caring for his stepson.
- In the future, io9 will keep you updated on the latest news from the Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek universes, as well as shifts in the DC Universe and upcoming developments for Doctor Who.
