There is hardly any superhero film fan who is not impressed by Henry Cavill, as his portrayal of Superman in the DCEU has made him synonymous with the character. His iteration of the character looks straight out of the DC comics, though he is not our Superman anymore, in our hearts he would be the best actor ever to portray the role of The Metropolis Marvel. One of the key reasons that the Enola Holmes actor was so iconic in the role was his dedication to his role.
Sadly, Henry Cavill is not our Superman anymore which makes him the perfect candidate to portray the role of Robert Reynolds also known as Sentry. Though Steven Yeun is playing the role of Sentry in Marvel’s Thunderbolts, here are 6 convincing reasons why Cavill would be the perfect actor to play the role.
1) Has Played an Evil Superman-like figure in Zack Snyder’s Justice League Already
While it is a treat to watch Henry Cavill portray the role of a classic Superman, his portrayal of evil Superman in Zack Snyder’s Justice League was jaw-dropping and equally amazing. The actor proved that not only he could play the hero and save the day but also be a menacing villain who can be a harbinger of despair. His stern expression, rugged look, and mighty physique, combined perfectly with creative freedom make him a better choice to play Sentry who is a hero, and his alter-ego, The Void, who is a manifestation of the negative emotions of Sentry and Robert Reynolds.
2) Played the Villain to Perfection In Mission: Impossible – Fallout
Arguably one of the best things about Mission: Impossible – Fallout was Cavill’s portrayal of August Walker in the sequel. His true acting skills came to life as he was given creative freedom to portray the villain in the film. He showcased a new and exciting side of himself by putting on a big mustache and flexing his Herculean physique. His portrayal as a villain was flawless and it brought a magnetic charisma that made the audience glue their eyes to the screen.
3) Henry Cavill’s Physical Transformation is Second to None
The Night Hunter actor is known not only for his acting chops but also for his dedication to embodying the role by undergoing serious physical changes. When he bagged the role of Superman, he ate 5000 calories per day so that he could play the role without using any body suit that would have hampered the fame of the iconic DC character.
He underwent a tedious process of gaining weight, then losing all the fat and focusing on specific muscles to gain the godly muscles of Superman. This shows how dedicated the actor is towards his role, and he will give his everything to make the character so iconic.
4) Has Better Box Office Appeal When it Comes to Such BlockBuster Genres
One of the key reasons, that Cavill should portray the role of Sentry in Marvel’s Thunderbolts is because of his magnetic charisma and working on major projects which are smash-hit blockbusters. The actor has been making a name for himself by working on major projects that have made a massive impact at the box office. Some of his films include Immortals, Mission: Impossible – Fallout, and Man of Steel which makes him experienced and his fame would appeal to more viewers to watch the film.
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5) Has an Extremely Loyal Fanbase Despite Leaving Major Projects
Henry Cavill has an extremely loyal fanbase that he has built over the years, his fans are immensely loyal and will not leave him in his dark times. The actor’s fans will follow him till the end of the world, as he has showcased his acting chops making them synonymous with his name. No wonder, The Witcher has lost a major chunk of their fanbase after the actor’s departure from the franchise. Cavill’s massive and dedicated fanbase is what Marvel needs right now to recover their lost fame and money.
6) Experience With Handling CGI Heavy Roles
Lastly, one of the major reasons to cast Henry Cavill as Sentry is because it would be a CGI-heavy role, and it must be played by an actor who has prior experience in playing such a role. Come to think of it, Cavill has played several roles that are immensely CGI-based, but his portrayal of Superman in the DCEU showcased his adaptability.
While shooting the film he had to constantly interact with CGI elements whether he was traveling or fighting villains in a high-stakes battle. His understanding of the digital technology made Man of Steel a fan-favorite film. Since Sentry would also be a CGI-heavy role, it would be for the best if Henry Cavill were playing the role.
