'Cross presentsanew evolution ofthe thriller game'

Cross star Aldis Hodge speaks about his titular role in the Prime Video series, its views on morality and justice, working with creator Ben Watkins, his vision for the future of the character,

- SREEJITH MULLPILLY

LDIS Hodge delivers a standout performance as the titular detective in Prime Video's Cross. While the series is based on James Patterson's Alex Cross novel series, Hodge still had the challenging job of balancing the protagonist's intensity, vulnerability, propensity for violence, and compassion on screen. However, in this exclusive conversation with CE, the actor reveals that much of his work was cut out for him at the Writing stage. "The character was well-written, so all I had to do was find a way to connect with him," shares the actor. Speaking about his character, Hodge reveals, "We knew that Cross is a layered human being, who is sometimes in control and other times pushed by his passion. Interestingly, he is not a stereotypical version of a person in his position. He is flawed, vulnerable, loving, and caring. He is also a protector, a detective, but what makes him one? And what are his fears? The intention was to create a full-rounded human being. We had a lot of fun doing that." On the topic of fun, a character such as Alex Cross presents an actor with the challenge of delving into the detective's complex psy