Hayley Atwell, known for her role as Peggy Carter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and now Grace in the "Mission: Impossible" franchise, has surprised her "Mission: Impossible" co-star, Tom Cruise, and the rest of the cast and crew with a hidden talent. While audiences are used to seeing her perform daring stunts and engage in intense action sequences, Atwell has revealed another skill that she likes to showcase on set: ventriloquism.
According to Spyscape, Atwell is a talented ventriloquist and enjoys demonstrating her skill, which she hones during interviews. Fans are hopeful that her skills will be showcased in future Mission Impossible Films.
Beyond her hidden talent for ventriloquism, Atwell has made a significant impact on the "Mission: Impossible" set in other ways.
Atwell's dedication to her role extends beyond acting. She insists on performing her own stunts, requiring her to maintain a high level of physical fitness. She describes how she was tested for her "natural talent, fitness levels and coordination when it came to unarmed combat." Her training involved creating physical behaviors that could be incorporated into fight sequences or car drifting scenes.
"Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning" has taken the cast and crew to various locations, including the Arctic. Atwell enjoyed filming in the Arctic, despite the challenges of shooting in -40 degree temperatures. She shared how she trained to lead a team of sled dogs across the ice, further showcasing her dedication to her role and willingness to embrace new challenges.
While filming in the Arctic, the cast and crew also had an encounter with a polar bear. Atwell recounted the "hairiest thing" that happened while filming, explaining how a polar bear visited the boat they were staying on.
Beyond the physical challenges, Atwell has also spoken about the emotional depth she brings to her character. She explains that in "Dead Reckoning," Grace was a lone wolf, but in the latest film, she becomes emotionally attached to her friends and has a purpose bigger than personal ambition. She also spoke about how much she enjoyed working with props and knives, which led to her character becoming a thief.
Atwell has also spoken about her admiration for Tom Cruise's work ethic. She noted Cruise's unparalleled dedication and the challenge, discipline, and focus required to execute these films well. She also shared how Cruise studies the form of running, resulting in a visually stunning and anatomically correct running style.
Hayley Atwell's hidden talent for ventriloquism, combined with her dedication to performing her own stunts, her resilience in challenging filming conditions, and her admiration for her co-stars, has made her a valuable asset to the "Mission: Impossible" franchise. As audiences eagerly anticipate "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning," they can be sure that Atwell will bring her unique blend of talent, skill, and dedication to the screen.