• Uncategorised

Umbrella Academy’s Emmy Raver-Lampman on her film Gatlopp

A night of drinking between old friends typically leads to some laughs, a few cries, and a lot of hijinks. Add in a board game with supernatural stakes and you have the premise for Gatlopp. In this horror-comedy, friends Sam (Emmy Raver-Lampman), Troy (Sarunas J.

Jackson), and Cliff (Jon Bass) decide to cheer up their newly divorced buddy, Paul (Jim Mahoney), with lots and lots of alcohol. When they play the drinking game Gatlopp, they soon discover the game has life or death consequences and if the group can’t finish before sunrise, they will be forced to play for the rest of eternity in hell. Directed by Alberto Belli and written by Mahoney, Gatlopp combines the board game madness of Jumanji with the partylike atmosphere of Dazed and Confused to create a fun, one-night adventure.

In speaking with Digital Trends, Raver-Lampman discussed her love of the script, the magnetic chemistry she had with the cast, why she embraces the challenges presented in acting, and what to expect for the future of her hit Netflix show, The Umbrella Academy. 

Note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Digital Trends: Gatlopp is a really fun film. What attracted you to this role in the first place?

Emmy Raver-Lampman: I am a lover of board games so I was immediately drawn to this idea of this crazy drinking board game that kind of comes to life and puts these characters in unusual and bizarre circumstances. I also love the dynamic between the four: Paul, Troy, Cliff, and Sam. I think the friendship and the tension in that friendship when we first meet them was really, really interesting to me.

This cast of actors is so awesome and so incredible. I really wanted to work with them. So I think there are a couple of things, but definitely, I think the script and the relationship of these friends and this wild board game at the center of it were definitely exciting to me.

Watching the film, I got a sense this was an entertaining project to work on. Was that the case for you? Yes!

We actually still have our “Gatlopp Gang” group message. We go out to dinner all the time. We hang out.

We actually are still really good friends. Honestly, it was so fast and furious. We made this movie in 12 days, and we had to immediately have this crazy decades-long chemistry together.

It was almost immediate. I just adore these guys so much, and I’ve honestly never laughed so much on a set of anything in my entire career. I’ll never forget it.

We just laughed from the morning until late. And then I would go home and be like lying awake, just thinking about whatever ridiculousness happened on set that day, and still be giggling. We just had the best time, truly.

You’ve acted for film, television, and theater, but was acting while holding someone else’s hand your biggest challenge to date? Honestly, it was just wild [laughter]. I loved the challenge.

You’re shooting a movie, and it’s an indie film, and they rented an Airbnb house for the location for Cliff’s House. You can’t have the air conditioning on. It’s the middle of summer in Los Angeles.

Our hands were so sweaty [laughter]. We were constantly just being like, “Sorry, sorry. My hand is so sweaty.” But I mean I loved that challenge.

Coming from theater, I love physicalization. I love having to physicalize the aspect of performance. I just thought that was really fun. Troy and I were able to add funny little bits while we were attached to each other because of the dynamic of those two characters in that moment who are not getting along.

So that was really exciting to play that. You’re kind of attached to your worst enemy at the moment.

Was your plan to always crossover from theater into film and television? How have you been able to balance these various projects in multiple mediums? 

You know, it wasn’t. I mean, to be honest, Broadway wasn’t. I’ve always been a person that kind of just looks at what’s right in front of me.

If it challenges me, if it stretches me as an artist, if it scares me, and if it makes me nervous, those are things that I try to push myself towards because I think those are the things that ask you to grow the most, and those are the things that you learn the most from. Being on Broadway, I was kind of getting to that point where I was really curious about other ways that I could be an actor and be an artist and be a performer. TV and film scared the hell out of me because I knew nothing about it.

I grew up going to Hitchcock movies with my parents all the time. I knew that I loved film, but I didn’t know anything about it. I didn’t know how films are made.

I didn’t know anything about it. When I started auditioning and then landed the role in Umbrella Academy, that was the first time I ever stepped foot in front of a camera, on day one of a massive original Netflix series playing a superhero. It scared the hell out of me, but those are the things that excite me.

I’ve slowly started to want to do voiceover work. Having the opportunity to voice Molly Tillerman in Central Park and diversify this industry and represent animated characters as they should be is such an honor. It’s so exciting.

It takes me back to the theater. So much of it is improvisational and collaborative with our showrunner and with Josh, Lauren, and the whole Central Park team. It’s just been such a learning experience.

Then the scripted podcast is all of it. I’m so honored to be a part of these projects that I feel like I’m growing so much and I’m learning so much. It’s just really exciting to kind of be able to twist myself and mold myself into all these different mediums and see, see what I’m capable of.

With the release of Umbrella Academy season 3, what can fans really expect of your character Allison this season? I think this season, we’re seeing a very different Allison, which is really exciting to play. I think we’ve got a whole other family of superheroes and there’s an incredible showdown between the Umbrellas and the Sparrows that is not to be missed.

I think Allison’s going through it. I think she’s working through some stuff, and I think it’s a very different side of her that we haven’t seen before. It was really, really awesome to kind of bite into that as an actor and play a different version of this character that we’ve gotten to know so well for two seasons.

To kind of see a different side of her was really exciting.

Gatlopp will be on demand and on digital starting June 23.

Editors’ Recommendations

Tags:

chiltern-railways listed on couponmatrix.ukgreen-people listed on couponmatrix.ukjoules listed on couponmatrix.uksea-life-centres-and-sanctuaries listed on couponmatrix.uktoolstop listed on couponmatrix.uk7-digital listed on couponmatrix.uk
chiltern-railways listed on couponmatrix.ukCommuters of the West Midlands rejoice because Chiltern Railways have got you covered and endeavour to get you from point A to B and back again as quickly and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re from Warwickshire, Buckinghamshire or Oxfordshire, let a Chiltern Railways discount code take you further for far less. Renowned for their punctuality and consistent performance, you’ll have great difficulty finding a more reliable and trustworthy train provider in the UK.
green-people listed on couponmatrix.ukWelcome to Green People, where you can enjoy organic and ethical beauty products, to keep you looking your beautiful best inside and out. The product range covers skin and body care, hair, makeup and sun products and is always sourced with the greatest attention to ethical practice. Remember, with Green People discount codes you can enjoy looking your best for less. If you believe that beauty should come from a beautiful place, then the ethical range at Green People is for you.
joules listed on couponmatrix.ukWith a strong emphasis on contemporary country style, Joules is a lifestyle brand offering a unique range of stylish clothing, quaint accessories and eye-catching homeware. Add a Joules discount code from us to your shop and you could cut the cost of fashion for all the family. You’ll also enjoy discounted rates on the range of quirky and quintessentially British homeware - it has everything you need to transform your house into a home.
sea-life-centres-and-sanctuaries listed on couponmatrix.ukDive into a world of watery adventures with Sea Life. With amazing aquarium attractions all over the country, you’re sure to have a day packed full of family fun! With our Sea Life Centre vouchers you can save big on your booking. As well as providing a fun-filled attraction, Sea Life Centres are committed to conservation and protection of marine life. Explore the amazing wildlife of our oceans while helping to protect and preserve - it’s a win-win!
toolstop listed on couponmatrix.ukAre you a regular trades-person or just love getting your hands dirty with a bit of DIY? Whatever your next project, Toolstop’s huge range of power tools, hand tools and gardening essentials will make your next project that little bit easier. Grab your exclusive Toolstop discount code and benefit from top-quality products at even better prices. Whether you’re knocking down walls or simply putting up a shelf, Toolstop has the solution for you.
7-digital listed on couponmatrix.uk7digital is a leading digital music retailer with a huge catalogue of high-quality, DRM-free tracks. They enable businesses to use licensed music from any label, helping your business thrive! Whether you operate a gym or a record store, make the most of a 7digital discount code and stream all the top tunes whilst barely making a dent in your bank balance. Good music can make even the hardest days that little bit easier, so give you and your customers a break with 7digital’s extensive library. At Groupon, we work hard to find the best deals at 7digital so you can save money on your next selection of songs. We want to help you save money whilst listening to your favourite artists, which is why we update this page regularly with the latest codes so keep your eyes peeled. Music doesn’t have to be a pricey expense, so shop, save and stream the tracks you adore with 7digital. 7digital is known for faster music availability and is trusted by the most popular brands and services so you can listen to your music without any worries! It is a top-performing platform allowing hundreds of millions of people to connect to music at reduced costs – especially with our 7digital voucher codes at Groupon! So if you’re looking for a platform that creates the best music experience to suit you and your business, look no further!