Mr Bean, Without a doubt, is one of the most famous faces of comedy in the world, and perhaps the greatest exponent in Britain. The creation of Rowan Atkinson it became a real phenomenon despite having only 14 chapters, and caused the release of two films and a generous animated series that exceeds one hundred chapters.
One of the most marked and characteristic features of the character is that he doesn’t talk much, If by chance he says a couple of words in a certainly abnormal tone. And while that adds a special touch to the character, have you ever wondered, why did they make that decision? Here we tell you.
Because Mr Bean speaks little
The origins of the character go back to the childhood of its creator and performer, Rowan Atkinson, Who has recounted on multiple occasions that he was a child who had certain speech problems. This, of course, caused him some difficulties, however, he managed to find self-confidence in acting, and that was how he found his profession.
That’s how he took inspiration from classic comedy, from celebrities like Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton and mainly Mr. Hulot to create Mr Bean, a character with a unique essence in subjecting himself to irreverent situations with the slogan of making people laugh with the primary support of his gestures.
In an interview for Gent, Atkinson assured that, for him, Mr. Bean he was like a 10-year-old boy trapped in a man’s body, so he behaves with that naivety, But at the same time, he is a rather self-centered character.
In addition, what Mr. Bean doesn’t talk much, it helps more people get access to their mood, Since the character does not have to be translated to understand his character or what he feels, which gave him a plus to be known in the world.
Will he play Mr. Bean again?
One of the last times Atkinson played Mr. Bean, it was during the 2012 London Olympics, Where Atkinson appeared at the opening ceremony playing a single note during a musical performance. Then a cinematic of him appeared, being left behind with a running group and finally, he touched a ladder to finish the subject.
However, Atkinson does not want to reprise the character, as he thinks Mr Bean must not grow old. Also, he recently said that he is tired of playing the character as it is stressful watching an adult behave childishly without realizing it. So chances are we’ll never see him live again.
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