In any story horror If you are worth your salt, the presence of a striking and terrifying villain is essential to create an atmosphere of suspense and dread.
In this context, Jason Voorhees, the iconic antagonist of ‘Friday the 13th’, stands out as one of the most memorable.
It is no surprise that the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th persists, fueled by the fear associated with this character.
The person responsible for bringing this horror icon to life is the talented Kane Hodder. His interpretation, especially in the films from the ‘Friday the 13th – Part 7: The Killing Continues’ franchise to ‘Jason X’, gave the character striking aspects that remain in viewers’ memories.
Jason’s intense breathing, his movements before annihilating his victims and other details contributed to the construction of this bloodthirsty villain.
Kane Hodder didn’t just play Jason
Kane Hodder, the legendary interpreter of Jason Voorhees – Image: Gagefletcher/Reproduction
Hodder, however, didn’t limit himself to just Jason Voorhees. He was also the stunt double for Leatherface himself in ‘Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3’.
Surprisingly, Hodder also brought to life another icon of the genre: Freddy Krueger. This epic moment occurred in ‘Jason Goes to Hell: Last Friday’.
The plot ends with a post-credits scene in which a dog digs up Jason’s mask, suggesting his inevitable resurrection.
However, what stands out is the twist when claws emerge from the earth, followed by Freddy Krueger’s iconic laugh.
His hand emerges to pull Jason’s mask back to the underworld, signaling the long-awaited meeting between two of horror cinema’s greatest villains.
It is in this scene that we see Hodder, the master of the interpretation of fear, bringing to life the sinister Freddy Krueger.
Once again, Kane Hodder leaves his mark on the temple of horror masters, solidifying his legacy and haunting the minds of those who dare to brave the dark universe of horror. movie theater.
