Kiefer Sutherland Opens Up About Career Challenges Post-â24â
Renowned actor Kiefer Sutherland, known for his roles in movies such as âYoung Gunsâ and âThe Lost Boys,â experienced a career resurgence with his iconic portrayal of agent Jack Bauer on Foxâs hit TV series â24.â
In a recent interview with Radar, Sutherland candidly shared his struggles in finding roles after the end of â24.â He expressed his initial belief that opportunities would come knocking at his door post the successful TV show, but soon realized that he needed to actively seek out new projects. âIf you donât create those opportunities, theyâre just not there. As someone who likes to work, there have been times when I havenât worked for a while â because I didnât do a lot of the planning thatâs required,â Sutherland revealed.
Industry insiders suggest that this struggle led Sutherland to take on roles like the one in the movie âTinsel Town,â where he played a washed-up star who embarks on a journey to Britain to be a part of a community play. Some industry experts believe that Sutherland is now accepting whatever opportunities come his way to maintain visibility in the industry post his iconic portrayal of Jack Bauer. However, these roles may not necessarily be reflective of his true artistic choices or ambitions.
The Challenges of Post-â24â Career
- Kiefer Sutherland reflects on the lack of expected opportunities after the end of â24.â
- The actor acknowledges the need to actively seek out new roles and create opportunities for himself.
- Insiders suggest that Sutherlandâs recent roles may be more about visibility than artistic fulfillment.
Overall, Kiefer Sutherlandâs journey post-â24â highlights the challenges faced by actors in transitioning from iconic roles to new projects. While his dedication to his craft remains unwavering, Sutherlandâs career choices reflect the complexities of navigating the ever-evolving entertainment industry.
