IN CONVERSATION WITH FLULA BORG
Actor Flula Borg will be next seen starring in the highly anticipated ‘My Spy’ sequel entitled ‘My Spy the Eternal City’, which began streaming on Prime Video on 18th July. Later this year, Flula will also star in the indie historical drama ‘Bonhoeffer’.
Flula, we’re able to watch you in Prime Video’s ‘My Spy the Eternal City’. Tell us more about this sequel and your role in it.
This dope and delicious sequel to ‘My Spy’ introduces many exciting characters, including Bishop Crane who is a rude boy and also JJ's nemesis. Like me, Bishop Crane is tall and German. Unlike me, Bishop Crane enjoys breaking laws and also legs, whereas the only things I break are bread and dance.
Have you been a fan of the original ‘My Spy’ before getting cast on this project?
I very much loved the original ‘My Spy’ when I saw it. Such great chemistry between all the cast members. Immediately after watching it, I did have a strong fever dream where Dave Bautista's character JJ had a cruel former colleague with an interesting hair style. And then, 26 months later, what occurs? I play this character. So thank you fever, for making my dream a real event.
What was your favorite scene to shoot, and your favorite memory from filming?
While I cannot reveal the deep details of my favorite scene to shoot, I can absolutely say that it did involve stunt driving a strangely shaped automobile.
How do you look back onto your career so far and how do you think you have developed as an actor?
I have been very lucky to work with so many talented people and I am constantly learning new things. I am an idiot who is very lucky to be alive and to have made great friends and had great experiences. I hope to continue to learn more and do good work.
Which of the roles or moments from your career so far stands out as the most memorable until this day?
My memory is still very strong because I do Wordle every weekday, so right now all the moments stand out in equal form. From rapping and dancing in ‘Pitch Perfect 2’ to flirting and strutting in ‘The Suicide Squad’, and all the things in between. I am a lucky duckling and no person can tell me different.
Growing up in Germany, how did your career in acting begin? Where did your passion for it come from?
I began my career in performing as a Schuhplattler, traditional Bavarian dancer, and moved to DJ-ing techno raves. One time our host was sick, so I had to become the host of the rave and this is when I realized I find great enjoyment as a performer. And here we are now.
You also did some Dj-ing back in the day, as you mentioned. What did you enjoy the most about the craft?
DJ-ing is so much fun because you are in constant conversation with the people in the rave. You must absorb the emotions and desires of the group, but also must share with them your emotions and creativity. It is a dialogue without words and I love it.
Tell us more about yourself, outside of being an actor. What are the things you enjoy most in life?
I very much enjoy nature, like a cold mountain top and a hot desert plain, fresh air and the sound of a breeze. Oh, and also thin crust sourdough pizza is a very tasty invention.
At the end of the year, we’ll also be seeing you in the indie historical drama ‘Bonhoeffer’, set in the WWII. What can you tease about this film? What challenged you the most about such a historical story?
This was such a wonderful experience for me. Both this project and ‘My Spy’ allowed me to play characters that are not silly, whimsical, goofy dudes. And in the case of ‘Bonhoeffer’, I play a historical figure, Hans von Dohnanyi, which was a massive honor. Many people outside of Germany do not know the true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and I feel very fortunate that I can be a part of telling this story.
With Summer being just around the corner, how do you plan to spend it?
I shall be applying several sunscreens, wearing a nice stupid hat and wearing long sleeves with long pants. And also seeking many shade locations.
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photographer STORM SANTOS