The Acolyte has been getting a lot of hate ever since its first episode was released. Every single aspect of the series is being ripped apart by some fans, and they are not being kind about it. It is as though the series represents every single flaw they have been trying to ignore in the Star Wars franchise, it is a compilation of them all.
Despite all its flaws, there is no denying that making a series like this requires a lot of patience, effort, and hard work. During a recent interview, Manny Jacinto, who played the role of Qimir, talked about how he prepared for the role and all the fight scenes he was a part of.
Known for the amount of training he put into his role, fans have gained a newfound appreciation for the series.
The Acolyte Was No Walk in the Park For Manny Jacinto
Recently, Manny Jacinto gave an interview with Entertainment Weekly, where he talked about what it was like for him to work on The Acolyte. Additionally, he mentioned just how rigorous his training was to do his role justice. Even though he wears a mask that covers his face, the majority of the fights were executed by Jacinto himself, not a stunt double.
I had almost four months to train for that flight scene,
This was quite a bold decision, however, the actor seemed to know exactly what he was doing. He started by revealing that he started training four months before the main fight scene. Many have described stunt choreography as being similar to dancing. Thankfully for Jacinto, he is a professional dancer.
This was the first time I really got to dig into something with so much action and really make use of my dance background. We worked on everything. We did boxing, we worked on kicks, we worked on all the choreography. It was tough. They conditioned my body so that I could get through this five-person fight scene.
Using these talents, he also learned how to box, and professionally worked on his kicks to make sure that everything was perfect. Naturally, the entire process was no walk in the park. However, he taught his body well enough that he was able to perfectly run through the fight, fending off five people seamlessly.
Fans Are Impressed
Despite all of the criticism that The Acolyte has received after Manny Jacinto revealed his training process, many fans are impressed. They pointed out that the actor could have easily taken the easy way out and let stunt people take over. He has a mask that covers his face, which would have made taking this approach all the more easier.
However, Jacinto wanted to put in the work and play the character to the best of his capabilities. Knowing this has caused many fans to respect him and his character more. They were extremely impressed with his dedication to the role and the franchise. It is safe to say that the actor has caught the attention of Star Wars fans.
That's so much fucking cooler. Nothing but respect to stunt people, and it would have been easy to swap one in with a mask on for the majority of it.
But the actor putting in the work and getting it done on screen like that, makes me appreciate the final product even more.
— D-Jae (@zDracor) June 27, 2024
Holy fuck, Manny pic.twitter.com/BpgcjimfmC
— Jaclyn, of liking Barriss fame (@Jbandos) June 26, 2024
Dude was like, “If I’m gonna be in Star Wars, then I’m really gonna be in Star Wars.” Jacinto crushed it.
— Tom Maxwell (@tomjmaxwell) June 26, 2024
On a practical level,I'd love to know how he could see through the tiny slits in the mask.Amazing physicality👏🤯
— Colin Best (@ColinBest1978) June 26, 2024
What a fucking ICON
— Melz (@bucketsof_____) June 26, 2024
Love actors who want to put in all the work
— RGBeanie (@RGBeanie) June 27, 2024
Interestingly enough, in a strange change of fate, many fans have started to respect the series more as well. Looking at the final production and now knowing the sheer amount of work and energy that went into it has changed the fans’ perspective towards the series.
The Acolyte is available for streaming on Disney+.
