As we anxiously awaited the arrival of Chris Evans so that we could interview him in for his role as Captain America in Captain America: Winder Soldier, none of us saw him walk into the room and go to the table. One moment he is not there and the next moment he is.
Apparently in addition to being Captain America, Chris Evans is also a ninja. That or his beard threw us off. All I know is that the next thing I know, I am staring into his blue eyes (professionally of course).
Just by looking at him, you can tell that he has worked out for his role. I won’t go into any further detail since I am happily married to a wonderful man and I’d like to stay that way.
After speaking with him, I was quite impressed with his knowledge and how in touch he was with the character of Captain America. Here’s what Chris Evans had to say…
What was it like, seeing yourself as Capt. America for the first time?
Terrifying because I think the first time I saw it, it was back when I was still pretty insecure, and a little apprehensive about taking the role. So, it was a real dichotomy. There was a simultaneous joy, but at the same time, a deep fear. But that’s eroded over time and now it’s very familiar, and it feels very comfortable. It feels great now…if I had said no, I would have been the biggest fool on the planet.
What qualities in Capt. America do you find in yourself?
How do you answer that question? He’s such a good guy…You know, I don’t think I’m as good of a man as he is, but I think as good of a man as he is, he’s always trying to improve, so I think the one thing I am working towards on a daily basis is just trying to find ways to evolve.
Your character has good qualities and is a role model. Was that based on someone you know?
Oh, completely. Yeah. When I took the role, there’s a kid that I grew up with…named Charlie. You can all write this down. Charlie Morris. He’ll love this. But he won’t. He’ll hate this, ’cause he’s Capt. America. He’s like, the best kid I know. He was an Eagle scout. And being an Eagle scout is not easy. You’ve got to really do it for a long time. But he’s just such a good man, and he genuinely, genuinely puts himself last. He lives by a code. When nobody’s looking, he’s the man that he wants to be, and that’s impressive. So when I took the role, I told Charlie, “Listen. I’m modeling this after you.” And it’s such a great character to aspire to be.
What was your most memorable moment during filming?
When I saw Robert Redford walk in the door. Everyone was nervous that day. Everybody was scared. There was a whole buzz on the whole set. But it’s Robert Redford. You know. I grew up watching this guy. He is a living legend. So it was intimidating. It was exciting. It was rewarding. It was surreal. So, for me, just sharing the screen with him, I mean, c’mon.
How is it, working with Anthony Mackie?
…He’s fantastic….Is he gonna come in here at some point? [LAUGHS] I can’t wait. Oh. I want to be in the audience! He’s great. I really like him. I really like him. Him and I, we’re very similar people, and this is my third movie with Mackie, you know?…and the first time I met him wasn’t even on a film set. We met out one night…kind of got along, right away. He just has this innate energy.
Movies can be extremely tedious and tiresome, and I have never seen him drag on a film set. He comes to set and immediately has an energy, and everybody is smiling and laughing. And, you know, certain days when he’s not there, you’re like, “Why? Why is this day awful? Mackie is not here! Where’s Mackie?” He’s just, he’s a ball of energy, and you know, he’s just a very optimistic person, and it’s infectious.
If you had a 2nd choice for a superhero to play, who would you choose?
You know, I’ll say it: I miss Johnny Storm. I liked the Human Torch. He was a fun guy to play…I would say someone like Iron Man, but no one can touch Robert Downey Jr. It’s fun to play someone with life. It’s fun to play someone who enjoys embracing their abilities, and Johnny Storm was a lot of fun to play. And that costume was comfy. It was like a wetsuit. It was perfect.
Did you get to keep a Captain America Shield?
Yeah. They did. They gave me one….It’s sitting in my house. It usually comes out after everyone’s had a few drinks. Photo shoots happen.
What is next for Captain America?
Avengers 2
Want to read more about what the cast of Captain America had to say, check out my interviews with Scarlett Johansson, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan and Kevin Feige.
Disclosure: I went on this trip as part of a Disney press trip. All of my travel, lodging and meal expenses were covered by them. No other compensation was received. However, all opinions/thoughts are 100% my own
He is such a cutie and so polite 😀