Glen Powell Credits Chris Pratt for Changing Hollywood Leading Men’s Style

Glen Powell credits Chris Pratt's breakout role as Star-Lord in the 2014 film Guardians of the Galaxy with changing Hollywood's expectations for leading men, allowing them to be more playful and buoyant rather than solely brooding or dark like Christian Bale and Robert Pattinson. This shift opened doors for Powell to showcase his own unique style, which he describes as a necessary and less common flavor in the industry. Powell's career has since flourished with roles in films like Top Gun: Maverick, Anyone But You, and Twisters, and he is set to star in the upcoming Edgar Wright adaptation of Stephen King's The Running Man. He also attributes mentorship from Tom Cruise, particularly for action roles and physical preparation, as instrumental in his development as a leading man. Powell emphasizes that Pratt's influence helped redefine the archetype of male heroes in Hollywood, enabling actors like himself to succeed with a different kind of charisma and presence. This evolution marks a broader change in Hollywood, embracing diverse portrayals of masculinity on screen.