Summary
Sonic the Hedgehog 3is a hit, and one of its actors shares the superpower he wishes to have. Keanu Reeves got candid and shared Sonic’s ability, which he wanted to be part of in real life.
Reeves joined theSonic the Hedgehogfranchise by voicingShadow the Hedgehogin the third installment of the movie series. His character was introduced as Sonic’s arch-nemesis and dark counterpart. Shadow possesses the same speed and strength as the protagonist, adding depth and complexity to the narrative. His portrayal was well-received, and the audience said he was perfect for the role. Director Jeff Fowler also praised his performance, saying Reeves captured the character’s essence. In a recent interview, Reeves was asked about the titular character and what Sonic superpower he wished to have.
Reeves spoke withPeopleabout his most recent movie project,Sonic the Hedgehog 3, at its premiere. The interviewer, a child, approached him and asked him about his go-to superpower. “Well, if it was a Sonic superpower, I’m gonna take teleportation,” Reeves responded before asking the child the same question, saying, “What about you.” The child said he loved “teleportation or flying.” Reeves asked again if he wanted to fly using tails or the same as how Sonic jumps and flies. The child said he preferred tails and theConstantineactor supported his choice, saying, “Yeah, I like tails.” Fans who saw the interaction between Reeves and the interviewer loved it. They found the superstar down to earth, very sweet and respectful to the child who interviewed him. “Keanu Reeves, National
Treasure,” one commented. Some jokingly asked if it was possible to clone theJohn Wickstar, wishing there were more of him.
Reeves opened up about his experience voicing Shadow for the film when he appeared onCBS Mornings. The actor admitted he was excited when he landed the role. “There’s something really special about the concentration and the way that you have to articulate the voice and express,” Reeves said. “I find it really exhilarating.” His character is the dark anti-hero in the film with a deep backstory. It required intense emotions to portray Shadow and Reeves shared how he prepared to bring the character to life in the most passionate way. “I went searching and looking … trying to find my inner Shadow and bring it out to the fore,” he explained.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3received positive reviewsfrom the audience even before it premiered in the United States because those who saw it during its debut in the United Kingdom shared their reviews on social media. One of the things that many were impressed with was Reeves' addition to the movie and his emotional portrayal of Shadow. There is no doubt that he took the role seriously because he successfully portrayed the character’s stoic and introspective character.
Reeves' deep and resonant tone added a layer of authority to Shadow’s intensity. It was also very effective in giving the character the impression of being a formidable foe. At the same, he also sounded brooding and reflective when he delivered Shadow’s tragic backstory, moving the audience to sympathize with the character as they see his pain and inner conflict despite him doing evil things. Shadow’s soft spot for Maria Robotnik, whose death caused him so much pain, exposed his emotional vulnerability. By the climax, Shadow’s actions significantly hinted at a potential redemption, setting him as an anti-hero and not a villain in future installments. So, Reeves might return inSonic 4, which will be released in 2027.
