True Detective Star Finn Bennett Talks Implications of Major Death and Finale Expectations
Finn Bennett, star of True Detective: Night Country, discusses the implications of a major death in the penultimate episode and teases what to expect in the 'gut-wrenching' finale.
Working with Jodie Foster
Finn Bennett shares his experience of working with legendary actress Jodie Foster in True Detective: Night Country. Despite feeling nervous initially, he found Foster to be warm, kind, and incredibly talented. Bennett learned not to take himself too seriously from Foster and appreciates her patience in working with a less experienced actor.
He mentions that Foster encouraged him to enjoy himself on set and embrace the unique opportunity he had to work with such incredible people in Iceland for six months.
Implications of the Major Death
Bennett discusses the implications of the major death for his character, Peter Prior. He compares Peter's disappointment upon learning about the corruption of his cop hero, Danvers, to his realization about his father's laziness as a cop. Bennett describes Peter as a good-hearted and pure man who now finds himself with a secret as a cop. He believes that Peter's decision to stay behind and clean up the scene is driven by guilt and a sense of responsibility towards Danvers and Navarro.
He acknowledges that Peter's decision to save Liz was appealing to him more, but he also emphasizes that people make both good and bad decisions in life. Bennett suggests that Peter will question this decision forever and have to live with it.
Expectations for the Finale
Bennett shares his thoughts on the upcoming season finale of True Detective: Night Country. He expresses his pride and overwhelming emotions upon watching the finale, describing it as both satisfying and gut-wrenching. Bennett advises viewers to keep an open mind and notes that the show allows for personal interpretations, similar to the first season of True Detective. He believes it will be a tear-jerking and beautiful ending.
The True Detective: Night Country season finale airs on February 18th on HBO.
