Kevin Hart Sharing the screen with a new generation of comedians while promoting their upcoming comedy 72, praised their desire and dedication to a career in comedy. Ahead of the film’s July 24 release, the “Jumanji” star said his young co-stars have rekindled his passion for filmmaking after decades in the entertainment industry.
Kevin Hart says working with talented young actors has reignited his passion for filmmaking, calling them “hungry comedians who take a chance.” Image source (Instagram)
According to HOLA!, Hart discussed his experience working on “Saturday Night Live” during his breakout Marcelo HernandezMason Gooding, Cam Patterson and Ben Marshall. “It’s absolutely amazing,” Hart said. “From day one to the end, they were hungry cartoonists and hungry comedians and they took a chance.”
Kevin Hart on his changing perspective on filmmaking
The comedian candidly reflects on how his perspective on filmmaking has shifted over the course of his long career. “That hunger, that sense of freshness, ‘Oh my God, I can’t believe I’m making a movie,’ those feelings I don’t have as much because I’ve been doing it for so long,” Hart explained. “But it’s so refreshing to be with a new generation that has it. It makes me just as hungry.”Watching his young co-star embrace every moment on set, Hart rediscovered the energy that once defined his own early Hollywood work.
Marcello Hernández counts Kevin Hart as mentor and inspiration on film sets
Hart’s admiration for the young actors proved to be mutual. Hernandez told the outlet he viewed the experience as a valuable opportunity to learn from one of comedy’s most accomplished figures. “He’s more experienced than me, so I want to learn from him,” the “Saturday Night Live” star shared. “It’s incredible to be around a guy like Kevin. I follow everything he does because I want to soak in as much as possible. It was a blessing to work with him. “
The “Saturday Night Live” star said he looked up to Kevin Hart throughout filming and described the experience as an opportunity to learn from one of comedy’s biggest names. Image source (Instagram)
Marcello Hernández photographed with family during celebration shoot
Hernandez also revealed that the work has special personal meaning. “It’s really special because we filmed it near my family,” he said. “My mom and my whole family are nearby, so I’m very grateful. It means a lot to me to have them there.”The “Saturday Night Live” star’s closeness to his family while working on the project gave his experience a personal resonance, blending professional achievement with personal meaning.
“72 Hours” followed mid-career crisis comedy premise
directed by Tim Story“72 Hours” tells the story of a 40-year-old executive who hopes to revive his struggling career after he is accidentally added to a bachelor party group chat. The premise, in which he joins a group of twenty-somethings at a chaotic three-day celebration, sparks a comedic clash between generations that mirrors the real-world mentor-mentee relationship between Hart and his young actors.The film stars Hart, Hernandez, Gooding, Patterson, Marshall, Kevin Dunn, Zach CherryTeyana Taylor and Andy Garcia. “72 Hours” will be available on Netflix starting July 24.