Elizabeth Olsen, known for her role as Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has expressed her desire to explore other characters beyond the Marvel universe. In an interview with The Times of London, Olsen discussed her feelings about her iconic Marvel character and the need for balance in her career.
In the interview, Olsen seemed conflicted when asked about her most famous role. She said, “I’m trying to figure out… Because, specifically in the last four years, my output has been Marvel. I don’t want… It’s not that I don’t want to be associated as just this character.” She expressed the desire to create a diverse body of work and to be known for more than just one character.
Olsen, who recently appeared in Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness, revealed that she wants to focus on building other parts in her career. She said, “I really feel like I need to be building other parts back up for balance. I so much want to do films right now. And I hope some of them come together in the way I feel like they can. But yeah, that’s something that I need. I just need more, other characters in my life. There’s no longevity in one character.”
Before joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Olsen had found a “sweet spot” in the roles she accepted. She mentioned two films, Wind River and Ingrid Goes West, which she is very proud of. She expressed her satisfaction in playing diverse characters and the need for variation in her career. “They were so different and you can’t compare them. So, I just want more of that in my life just because I get satisfaction from the variation,” she said.
Apart from her desire to explore other characters, Olsen also opened up about her personal life in the interview. She revealed that she prefers to keep her personal life private and doesn’t want to be seen as a celebrity, but as an actor. She also shared her plans of starting a family with her husband, Robbie Arnett. However, if they have children, Olsen stated that she wouldn’t allow them to work in Hollywood before the age of 18. She expressed concern for the complexities of being a child actor in today’s culture, especially with the added pressures of social media.
In conclusion, Elizabeth Olsen desires to expand her career by exploring other characters beyond her role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She wants to find a balance in her work and take on diverse roles that bring her satisfaction. Additionally, Olsen values her privacy and hopes to start a family while being cautious about the challenges of raising children in the entertainment industry. With her talent and determination, it will be exciting to see Olsen’s future projects and the new characters she will bring to life on the big screen.
