In a recent interview with Gold Derby, actor and director, Samuel Blenkin opened up about his experience playing the eccentric billionaire CEO, ‘Boy K’ in Alien Earth. The series was a prequel to the iconic Alien franchise, exploring the darker, more complex side of corporate power and manipulation. Samuel’s portrayal of ‘Boy K’ stood out, blending elements of ‘Peter Pan’ with the arrogance of a ruthless CEO.
‘Boy K’: a billionaire who doesn’t need shoes
During the conversation, Samuel Blenkin revealed that the character ‘Boy K’ is heavily influenced by the characteristics of ‘Peter Pan’. To the point that he feels he doesn’t need to wear shoes. ‘Boy K’s’ barefoot appearance isn’t just a fashion choice but an embodiment of his inflated ego. For the character, the research facility is his personal space, and “when you own something, there’s no need for formality.”
The decision to ditch the shoes is a reflection of ‘Boy K’s’ detachment from the world around him. As the show progresses, it becomes clear that his refusal to wear shoes also highlights his view of life as trivial. His aloofness and arrogance are perfectly captured in the show. Smauel reflects on the same and stated:
“If I don’t wear shoes, it kind of means I’m mocking everyone else.”
Smauel Blenkin is a disruptor with no long-term plans
‘Boy K’ is a master manipulator. However, Samuel Blenkin sees him as character-driven, more by impulse than strategy. He reflects on his behaviour during a key scene from Episode 6, when ‘Boy K’ places his dirty feet on the table during a tense meeting with his rival, ‘Yutani’ (Sandra Yi Sencindiver). Samuel revealed that ‘Boy K’s’ only intention is to create chaos and doesn’t always think through the consequences before acting. He stated:
“He’s a disruptor, and he wants to mess with people.”
The season finale further raises a moral dilemma when ‘Boy K’ contemplates implanting an intelligent eye midge into a human without considering the potential for murder. Smauel Blenkin questioned whether the character could be a sociopath, but showrunner, Noah Hawley reassured him that the character’s lack of empathy was more complex.
Is there still hope for ‘Boy K’?
By the end of Season 1, ‘Boy K’s’ arc suggests a potential for change. During the conversation, Samuel Blenkin explains that there was still room for the character to evolve, hinting at a possible redemption, even if it’s a long shot. In the season’s final scene, ‘Boy K’ watches as ‘Wendy’ (Sydney Chandler) and her ‘Lost Boys’ take control of the adults, prompting a strange maniacal laugh from him. While there is a subtle flicker of pride in his expression, it might have been a power shift he has been waiting for. Samuel stated:
“Noah has retained a very small part of the character where that might be possible.”
What’s next for ‘Boy K’ and the possibility of Alien: Earth Season 2?
Discussing a potential second season of Alien: Earth, Samuel revealed that he is excited about the opportunity to explore ‘Boy K’s’ character further if the makers decide to continue the show. He shared that he is eager to take ‘Boy K’ into new, unpredictable territory. So, as the series continues, fans can expect even more chaos and complexity from this enigmatic, barefoot billionaire.
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