Hayden Christensen surprised fans at Fan Expo New Orleans with a remarkable behind-the-scenes story fromStar Wars Revenge of the Sith: Robert De Niro visited the set to watch the climactic duel between Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Christensen recalled seeing De Niro approach while he and Ewan McGregor were preparing for a take. 'I think that IS him,' he remembered thinking.
He recalls how De Niro greeted him warmly and even connected over pre-take routines. Hayden would perform push-ups to raise his heart rate and prepare physically, and De Niro mentioned he followed a similar method. For Christensen, this moment with one of cinema’s most iconic actors underscored the scale and significance of the production.
Christensen reflected on the emotional depth required to portray Anakin’s fall. From the grief of losing his mother to the moral collapse on Mustafar, he explained that fully embodying the character demanded rigorous mental and physical preparation. The climactic duel itself was physically demanding, with intense choreography that also included improvisation.
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Hayden shared a particularly intense Star Wars incident when, during the rescue of Palpatine, he accidentally cut Ian McDiarmid on the forehead during one of those improvs.
The actor also offered insights into his return to the Star Wars universe in Obi-Wan Kenobi, where he donned the iconic Darth Vader suit. Hayden described the suit as both physically restrictive and emotionally defining. A cooling system inside the armor managed heat while reinforcing the mechanical and trapped nature of Vader. Christensen emphasized how this physicality enhanced his portrayal, adding a new dimension to a character already rich with internal conflict.
Fans also learned about Hayden’s collection of Star Wars memorabilia. He revealed that he kept several practice lightsabers, a hilt, and even a wig from Episode III. He admitted he had yet to acquire a Darth Vader helmet, but hopes to add one to his collection in the future, which seems fitting (pun intended).
Throughout the Q&A, Hayden highlighted the careful balance between light and dark within Anakin’s character. Christensen’s reflections on free will, empathy, and the emotional weight of Anakin’s choices revealed that he brought a considerable amount of nuance to the role.
It's clear Christensen has brought fandom along with him during his decades-long journey as Anakin / Vader. As one superfan reacted after the event, 'I loved the interview! Hayden i love you ?.' Seems the force is still strong with him.
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