Lamorne Morris Shares Insights on His Role in ‘Spider-Noir’ and Collaborating with Nicolas Cage
In a new interview with Yohana Desta, actor Lamorne Morris shared insights into his role as Robbie Robertson in the series, Spider-Noir. Morris dove into his immediate excitement for the role. "In my mind, I was like, how much do I have to pay you to play this character?" he joked, adding he was thrilled to join a project associated with the Marvel franchise given the creative opportunities it presented.
The full conversation highlighted Morris’ deep appreciation for the noir aesthetic of the show, including its rich production and costume design that immerses actors into the historical context, both which helped him build and develop the character from the outset. "You're truly not into character until you put the threads on," he explained, noting the vibrant visual elements were integral to his process.
Morris also shared anecdotes about his time working alongside Nicolas Cage, emphasizing Cage's professionalism and charismatic on-set presence. He described Cage as self-aware and engaging with the cast and crew, who fostered a collaborative environment. “He’s a wealth of information,” Morris noted, highlighting how Cage's approach to acting and interaction contributes to a positive atmosphere on set.
Towards the end of the discussion, Morris playfully referenced a repeated April Fool’s joke from the past where he would jokingly announce his casting in a future Spiderman adaptation. He credits this manifestation as part of what led him to this role, and expressed his gratitude for being part of such a richly rewarding project.
