From Deaf Orphan to Deadly Assassin: The Making of ‘Boy Kills World’ with Bill Skarsgård and Famke Janssen

The film “Boy Kills World” portrays a world where a totalitarian regime rules under the evil Van Der Koy family. Bill Skarsgård plays the character of “Boy,” a deaf and voiceless orphan who is rescued by a mysterious shaman and trained to become an assassin seeking revenge for his family’s murder. Director Moritz Mohr aimed to create a film that he would enjoy watching, reminiscent of the movies he grew up with.

Throughout the film, Skarsgård’s performance relies heavily on expressions and body language as he portrays Boy. To prepare for the role, he underwent an impressive physical transformation, losing 20 pounds to build a lean and sinewy physique. Despite the lack of spoken dialogue from Skarsgård, H. Jon Benjamin provides the character’s inner voice through his work on “Bob’s Burgers.”

The cast includes Jessica Rothe, Isaiah Mustafa, Andrew Koji, Yayan Ruhian, Famke Janssen, Michelle Dockery, and Brett Gelman. The film is set to release in theaters and features a diverse cast highlighting themes of revenge, action, and martial arts. In an interview with director Moritz Mohr and cast members, they discuss their thoughts on the film and their favorite martial arts movies.

Famke Janssen compares “Boy Kills World” to a video game with hyper-realistic elements. She acknowledges its intense portrayal of a dark world but reflects on the importance of keeping hope alive in reality.

Overall, “Boy Kills World” offers a unique cinematic experience that blends elements of action, drama, and dark humor.