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television2 years ago

"Alexander Skarsgård discusses Lukas Matsson's resemblance to Elon Musk in 'Succession'"

Alexander Skarsgard discusses his role as Lukas Matsson in HBO's Succession, including the character's similarities to Elon Musk, his dynamic with Sarah Snook's character Shiv, and memorable scenes involving peeing. Skarsgard describes the show as intense, collaborative, and fun, and expresses his enjoyment of working with Snook. He also discusses Matsson's motivations and admiration for Logan Roy, and his love of winning and gamesmanship.

entertainment2 years ago

Alexander Skarsgård Praises Lukas Matsson's Explosive Impact on 'Succession'

Alexander Skarsgård, who plays Lukas Matsson in HBO's "Succession," discusses his character's storyline and the show's final season. He describes the honor of returning to the show and working with the talented cast and crew. Skarsgård also talks about the shocking reveal in episode 7 and the unconventional narrative of Logan Roy's death.

entertainment2 years ago

Alexander Skarsgård Talks Matsson and Plot Twists in Succession

Alexander Skarsgård discusses his portrayal of Lukas Matsson, the unpredictable and eccentric billionaire founder of tech company GoJo in Succession. Skarsgård reveals the genesis of Matsson's metallic gold bomber jacket and how he wanted to create a contrast to the Roys' immaculate attire. He also discusses the chemistry between Matsson and Shiv, played by Sarah Snook, and the complexity of his character's relationship with Ebba, played by Eili Harboe.

entertainment2 years ago

Succession: Exploring Tweets, Co-CEO Frustrations, and Minimalist Hotels

In Succession season 4 episode 6, Swedish billionaire Lukas Matsson tweets "Doderick Macht Frei" during Kendall Roy's presentation, which turns out to be a Holocaust joke. "Macht Frei" are the final two words in the German phrase "Arbeit macht frei," which appeared on the entrances of several Nazi concentration camps. Doderick is the name of Waystar Royco's cartoon dog mascot. Matsson compares Waystar Royco's plan to house the biggest Waystar fans on one campus to concentration camps. Kendall responds gracefully to the tweet, and Matsson quietly deletes it.

entertainment2 years ago

The Intense Relationship Dynamics of Shiv and Tom in Succession Season 4.

Shiv Roy's behavior in the latest episodes of Succession has been unpredictable, as she deals with her secret pregnancy, her father's death, and her brothers' attempts to push her out of power. She's flirting with Lukas Matsson while hooking up with her soon-to-be ex-husband Tom, and holding glasses of alcohol to keep up appearances. It's unclear what Shiv wants beyond maintaining power, and whether she actually wants the baby. Her erratic dealings with Matsson could come back to bite her, and it remains to be seen if she can girlboss her way out of sorrow.

tv2 years ago

Unraveling the Intrigue of Succession Season 4.

Succession's latest episode showcases Alexander Skarsgård's character, Lukas Matsson, as a self-styled alpha male with a repellent mixture of privilege and ego, making even the Roy brothers seem reasonable in comparison. Matsson's problematic habits include cracking sexist jokes, sending half-litre "bricks" of his own frozen blood to his ex-girlfriend, and urinating in the middle of a hostile negotiation. The character adds a new level of toxicity to the series, which has always explored male predation and toxic masculinity.

entertainment2 years ago

Exploring the Complexities of Succession's Male Characters.

In the latest episode of HBO's "Succession," the Roy siblings travel to Norway to seal the GoJo deal, despite their initial intention to blow it up. Roman Roy confronts Lukas Matsson, who had used Logan's death as a power move, and tells him to "fuck off." Matsson responds with an even bigger offer, which sends the Waystar team into victory mode. However, the episode ends with the announcement of a "kill list," revealing that several top executives are among nine names on the chopping block after the acquisition.

television2 years ago

Decoding Succession Season 4: Power, Tricks, and Frozen Blood.

The Ringer's weekly power rankings for Succession's fourth season sees Lukas Matsson, the Swedish tech genius, take the top spot after outmaneuvering the Roy siblings and securing the ATN carve-out. Shiv Roy gains Matsson's ear and forms an alliance with him, while Gerri Kellman delivers the best speech of the episode. Kendall Roy struggles with his newfound power and ultimately loses control to Matsson, while Connor Roy messes up by texting a picture of Logan's dead body to Roman. Frank and Karl celebrate their victory over the Vikings.

tv2 years ago

"Succession" Season 4: Skarsgård's chilling performance and Juvet Landscape Hotel's cameo steal the show.

In the latest episode of Succession, Alexander Skarsgård's character, Lukas Matsson, hits a new low as a self-styled alpha male with serious skeletons in his closet. Matsson's abusive behavior towards women is revealed, including sending his ex-girlfriend half-litre "bricks" of his own frozen blood. The character represents a new level of male toxicity in the series, which has previously explored the theme through other problematic male characters.

television2 years ago

"Succession" Season 4 Episode 5: Matsson's Match and the Elephant in the Room

In the latest episode of "Succession," Kendall, Roman, and Shiv head to Norway to close the GoJo deal and meet their match in Lukas Matsson, played by Alexander Skarsgård. The episode is filled with desperation as the characters try to figure out who will be kept on after the acquisition and who will be let go. Kendall and Roman decide to tank the deal when Lukas wants to acquire all of Waystar, including ATN, but Lukas outmaneuvers them by increasing his offer and telling Frank about it. In the end, Kendall accidentally does what is best for the company by jacking up the sale price.