Alden Ehrenreich explained how his portrayal of Han Solo will differ from Harrison Ford’s in the « Star Wars » movies.
Feb. 7 (UPI) — Alden Ehrenreich says young Han Solo begins as an « idealist. »
The 28-year-old actor explained in the Feb. 16 issue of Entertainment Weekly how his portrayal of Han in Solo: A Star Wars Story will differ from Harrison Ford ‘s in the Star Wars movies.
« I think the main thing that’s different is that the Han we meet in this film is more of an idealist, » Ehrenreich told the magazine.
« He has certain dreams that he follows, and we watch how it affects him as those dreams meet new realities — realities that are harder and more challenging than he’d expected, » he added.
Solo: A Star Wars Story will take place prior to the events of Star Wars (1977). The movie follows Han and Chewbecca’s (Joonas Suotamo) early adventures, including their encounter with Lando Calrissian ( Donald Glover).
« To me, this is a love story between Han and Chewie, » screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan said. « Their relationship has always been my favorite part of the saga, and the fact that only Han understands what Chewie is saying, I find a very funny possibility for comedy. »
« Wookiees have so many positive qualities, » he added. « But what they don’t do is make it easy for you to get in. »
Ford played Han in four Stars Wars films, including the 2016 movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The 75-year-old actor said in April that it will be « a little weird » to watch Solo: A Star Wars Story, but approves of Ehrenreich’s casting.
« Wonderful guy, very sweet and a very good actor. So I’m delighted in the choice, » he said in an interview with The Star Wars Show.
Solo: A Star Wars Story opens in theaters May 25. The film released a new teaser trailer this week.
