Brendan Fraser Opens Up About Finding Discipline on Set of 'Rental Family'
In an exclusive conversation, Brendan Fraser revealed that his experience working on Searchlight Pictures' 'Rental Family', a film about a man searching for belonging in modern-day Tokyo, taught him the value of discipline. As he immersed himself in stand-in roles as strangers seeking connection, Fraser's performances blurred the line between reality and fantasy.
The actor credits the film's director HIKARI with introducing him to the concept of color as a tool to convey emotion. According to HIKARI, 'Rental Family' begins with a cool tone, which gradually gives way to warmer colors as the protagonist undergoes transformations in his perception of himself. These visual representations are meant to mirror the changes Phillip makes in his life.
Fraser's appreciation for the film's Japanese culture and crew is evident. He praises the meticulous work of the set designers, makeup artists, and actors, noting that getting to work with them was an incredible experience. For Fraser, 'Rental Family' represents a sense of duty and responsibility, not just towards his characters but also towards his audience.
As he reflects on his journey in the film, Fraser expresses his hope that it will evoke feelings of warmth and empathy, encouraging viewers to redefine what family means to them. With its heartfelt story and visually stunning depiction of Tokyo's culture, 'Rental Family' is set to tug at the heartstrings of audiences everywhere, both in theaters and on digital platforms when it arrives on January 13th.
The film also features a range of bonus materials, including a featurette that delves into the making of the movie, deleted scenes, and extended moments that showcase Fraser's interactions with his co-stars.
In an exclusive conversation, Brendan Fraser revealed that his experience working on Searchlight Pictures' 'Rental Family', a film about a man searching for belonging in modern-day Tokyo, taught him the value of discipline. As he immersed himself in stand-in roles as strangers seeking connection, Fraser's performances blurred the line between reality and fantasy.
The actor credits the film's director HIKARI with introducing him to the concept of color as a tool to convey emotion. According to HIKARI, 'Rental Family' begins with a cool tone, which gradually gives way to warmer colors as the protagonist undergoes transformations in his perception of himself. These visual representations are meant to mirror the changes Phillip makes in his life.
Fraser's appreciation for the film's Japanese culture and crew is evident. He praises the meticulous work of the set designers, makeup artists, and actors, noting that getting to work with them was an incredible experience. For Fraser, 'Rental Family' represents a sense of duty and responsibility, not just towards his characters but also towards his audience.
As he reflects on his journey in the film, Fraser expresses his hope that it will evoke feelings of warmth and empathy, encouraging viewers to redefine what family means to them. With its heartfelt story and visually stunning depiction of Tokyo's culture, 'Rental Family' is set to tug at the heartstrings of audiences everywhere, both in theaters and on digital platforms when it arrives on January 13th.
The film also features a range of bonus materials, including a featurette that delves into the making of the movie, deleted scenes, and extended moments that showcase Fraser's interactions with his co-stars.
his performance as philip is so raw and emotional i love how he got to experiment with different characters and really get into their psyches it's crazy how much you can learn about someone from just a few scenes... btw has anyone else noticed how beautiful the cinematography is in this movie? 
the way they captured tokyo's streets and culture is so immersive
! I love how he got lost in his roles on set, it's like he found a new way to connect with people. And can we talk about the visuals in this film? The way they used color to show Phillip's growth is genius 
. I'm not surprised Fraser was drawn to that concept - it sounds so 'him'. What I do think is kinda cool is how he got to learn from the Japanese crew and culture. It's all about respect and appreciation, you know? And I gotta say, the bonus materials sound like a total bonus 
! Watching deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes footage would be like getting a sneak peek into Fraser's world... who wouldn't wanna do that?! 
, it's like he's saying that acting isn't just about feeling emotions, but also about being in the zone and giving your best every time. and can we talk about how gorgeous the film looks? that color palette is everything 
i've been to tokyo a few times and it's amazing to see it represented on screen so accurately. Brendan seems like such a cool guy too, his humility is really refreshing 
. and yay for bonus materials! can't wait to dive into the making of the film and see deleted scenes 
he talks about how working on set taught him discipline which is so true! i know how hard it can be to get into character and stay focused but it sounds like fraser really grew as an actor from this experience 
and the way the director used color in the film is genius 
i'm not surprised he's such a big fan of the japanese culture, it's so rich and beautiful 
can't wait to watch 'rental family' on jan 13th 
. I mean, the guy plays these random strangers and makes it look so real! It's like he's tapping into something deeper than just acting skills... and that director HIKARI is a genius for using colors to tell the story too 
. Can't wait to watch 'Rental Family' and feel all those warm fuzzy feelings 
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it's like he was pushed outta his comfort zone but came out the other side as a stronger actor and person 
what I love most about this film tho is how it shows the beauty of Japanese culture 
Hikari's vision for the movie is so stunning and I can already imagine how beautiful Tokyo will look on screen 
️ let's just hope everyone who watches 'Rental Family' feels all the feels and gets to experience that sense of warmth & empathy 
. Don't get me wrong, the film sounds beautiful and all that, but is it really necessary to use all these expensive visuals to tell a story? Can't we just focus on the acting and the script instead of trying to wow us with some fancy color palette? And what's up with this whole 'duty and responsibility' thing Brendan Fraser is talking about? Is he seriously suggesting that audiences should be responsible for how they feel while watching a movie? It just seems like marketing fluff to me 
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Can't wait to see how 'Rental Family' affects audiences worldwide 
and I love how the director HIKARI used color to convey emotion - that's some genius filmmaking right there 
. And I love how he credits HIKARI with introducing him to color theory - that's so cool! The way they used colors to represent Phillip's emotional journey is like a whole different level of storytelling. Plus, Fraser's passion for Japanese culture and crew is super inspiring. It's great to see actors taking pride in their work and wanting to learn from the people around them 
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i'm defo getting my hands on this bonus materials tho, can't wait to dive deeper into the making of 'Rental Family' 
, it's always amazing to see Hollywood films incorporating real-world cultures. Fraser's right, though, discipline is key - especially when you're trying to bring a character to life and make the audience feel something 
i mean, who wouldn't want to work with talented people creating something beautiful like 'Rental Family'? 
gotta stay focused!