Photography by Matt Holyoak
Ever wished you could vanish from the face of the Earth after putting your foot in it? For journalists, it’s an occupational hazard. You might, for example, ask an actor if they did any research in order to play an alcoholic, then press further when they wryly remark, “I’ve done my research…”, not picking up on the hint. Thankfully, Gustaf Skarsgård has the good grace to clarify: “I am myself a sober addict - since six years ago. So I have that experience.” At this point, your SFX hack could use a stiff drink himself…
Merlin’s given up everything. He needs a reason to take himself out of that misery