AEW World Heavyweight Champion MJF recently appeared in the movie “The Iron Claw,” which hit theaters last week. In the film, MJF portrayed the character of Lance Von Erich, who was initially presented as a member of the Von Erich family but was later revealed to be a fake member.
However, MJF’s role in the movie was relatively short, appearing only briefly in the theatrical version.
During an interview with Liam Crowley from ComicBook.com, MJF opened up about the reason behind one of his scenes being removed from the final cut of the film.
“There most certainly is [an extended scene]. I don’t know where it’s going to live. There was a scene where me and him were talking, but me and Sean both completely understood that listen, I want this film to succeed, and the film needed to be about the brothers. As fun as I had shooting that scene, realistically, it didn’t add to the overarching story and the importance of the story between the brothers and what they were going through in dealing with the pressures that their father put on them. It didn’t fit in the pieces of the puzzle,” MJF said.
He continued, “I’m sure that you’re going to find that there was a lot of stuff that got cut and it wasn’t because it wasn’t good. I think everything that was shot was absolutely fantastic. Not just my stuff, but every actor had stuff that got cut. It’s just like there’s only so much time. The story that’s most important is the brothers. That’s what it came down to. I couldn’t agree with Sean Durkin more on the decisions he made. The film is an absolute masterpiece.”
You can keep up with all your wrestling news right here on eWrestlingNews.com. Or, you can follow us over on our Twitter and Facebook pages.
AEW World Heavyweight Champion MJF recently made his acting debut in the movie “The Iron Claw,” which was released in theaters last week. In the film, MJF portrayed the character of Lance Von Erich, who was initially presented as a member of the famous Von Erich wrestling family but was later revealed to be an imposter.
However, despite being a highly anticipated role for MJF fans, his appearance in the movie was relatively short, with only a brief appearance in the theatrical version. This left many fans wondering why MJF’s scenes were limited in the final cut of the film.
During an interview with Liam Crowley from ComicBook.com, MJF shed some light on the reason behind one of his scenes being removed from the movie. He explained that there was indeed an extended scene featuring him and another character, but both he and the director, Sean Durkin, agreed that the film needed to focus on the story of the brothers and their struggles under their father’s pressure.
MJF acknowledged that while he had fun shooting the scene, it didn’t contribute significantly to the overarching story and the importance of the brothers’ journey. He emphasized that the film needed to prioritize the brothers’ story and their experiences rather than his character’s involvement. Ultimately, MJF fully supported Durkin’s decision to cut the scene, stating that the film is a masterpiece and every decision made by the director was justified.
It’s worth noting that MJF’s experience is not unique in the film industry. Many actors have their scenes cut or reduced due to time constraints or to maintain the focus on the main storyline. Despite this, MJF expressed his satisfaction with the final product and praised the performances of all the actors involved.
For fans who want to stay updated on all things wrestling, eWrestlingNews.com provides comprehensive coverage of the latest news and events. Additionally, fans can follow eWrestlingNews on Twitter and Facebook for more updates.
In conclusion, MJF’s appearance in “The Iron Claw” may have been brief, but his understanding of the importance of the brothers’ story and his support for the director’s decisions showcase his professionalism as both a wrestler and an actor. Fans can look forward to seeing more of MJF’s talents in the future, both in the wrestling ring and on the big screen.