chiwetel ejiofor - hollywood’s best kept secret
Actor, Redbelt
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Actor, Redbelt
You may not recognize the name Chiwetel Ejiofor (Chew-ih-tell Edge-ee-o-for) straightaway, but movie buffs are sure to recognize his face instantly. The Nigerian born actor has appeared in several box office hits, including Denzel Washington’s, American Gangster, Amistad and Four Brothers.
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At what age did you begin acting?
I began acting in my early teens and my mom was not thrilled … she wanted me to pursue a more secure profession in the field of medicine like my father. But like most teenagers, I had a strong will and she eventually came around.
What type of movies do you enjoy?
I love all type[s] of movies but I really enjoy the great film classics. Just the other day I was flipping channels and ran across, The Godfather. I only meant to watch for a while but I became totally engrossed in it and that was it, the day was shot!
In your new movie Redbelt, you portray Mike Terry, a celebrated jujitsu teacher who has avoided the fighting circuit but proclaims, “I am a fighter!” Would you describe yourself as a fighter?
I am not a fighter, in that sense. I didn’t have any previous jujitsu experience prior to making this film
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