Tyrese Gibson on 1992: Real-Life Experience Behind the Role of Mercer
Allison Rose Interviews Tyrese Gibson on His Role in the Upcoming Film 1992
Allison Rose from FlickDirect sits down with Tyrese Gibson to discuss his intense role as Mercer in the upcoming film 1992. Drawing from his own experiences during the April 29, 1992, LA riots, Gibson brings a deep sense of authenticity to his performance. He opens up about the emotional challenges of reliving those moments and how they influenced his approach to the character.
In the interview, Gibson also touches on the dynamic between his character and his on-screen son, played by Christopher Emmanuel. He shares insights into the complexities of father-son relationships, particularly in a high-stakes environment like South Central LA. 1992 not only explores these personal connections but also features one of the most diverse casts in the history of films set in this region. The movie, along with Gibson's double album Beautiful Pain, releases on August 30, 2024.
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ABOUT 1992
From executive producer Snoop Dogg, 1992 is a tense crime-thriller that follows Mercer (Tyrese Gibson) as he desperately tries to rebuild his life and his relationship with his son (Christopher A'mmanuel) amidst the turbulent 1992 L.A. uprising following the Rodney King verdict. Across town, another father and son (Ray Liotta and Scott Eastwood) put their own strained relationship to the test as they plot a dangerous heist from the factory where Mercer works. As tensions rise in Los Angeles and chaos erupts, both families reach their boiling points when they collide.
Directed By: Ariel Vromen
MPAA Rating: R
Genre: Action/Adventure
Running Time: 96 minutes
Distributed By: Universal Pictures
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