Walton Goggins: Tomb Raider's Villain and Fallout's The Ghoul - A Character Actor's Success

The Fallout TV series has gotten fans all caught up in this dark, exciting, and action-packed adventure in a post-apocalyptic world. Walton Goggins is part of the crew! Fans are in for a wild ride and what's even more special? His character has some similarities to the villainous figure he played in "Tomb Raider!"

Walton Goggins' Role in Fallout:

Walton Goggins has had so many amazing roles. The actor may be known for some of those truly memorable appearances in several critically acclaimed shows. While those fans get excited about him! It's the series that has brought him into the spotlight with the power of "The Ghoul."

Goggins' incredible ability to transform himself, into new characters and give them new life. It makes him super memorable and often leads to an inability to recognize him when you see a new "Ghoul." But what is more awesome is the impact it is having! Fans might not even remember what else he has played in. Goggins has also given life to characters, including the big villain "Mathias Vogel."

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Tomb Raider's Villain:

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Tomb Raider is about a legendary archaeologist, and was set in a time where the character Lara Croft was taking over as the super cool hero! You can go back to 2018! It's a reboot with a few big names to really make a great addition, as well as give an awesome visual treat. That also includes Alicia Vikander as the main character. The storyline of the game also included Walton Goggins!

What makes this film so exciting and engaging! Goggins brought in his talent as an actor and played this antagonist, the archaeologist who turned out to be more than just someone on an adventure.

It gave Goggins an awesome part, bringing his amazing talent! He portrayed this villain so well and had that subtle approach and that was the way this movie played out!

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Walton Goggins' Performance:

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This movie had some incredible moments but really made a mark with "Goggins'"' performance! His story took this antagonist to a whole other level, turning him into a super impressive, evil, memorable figure! He started out wanting to reconnect with his family and had one goal in mind- finding his way back to his family.

Goggins really helped drive this performance home.
As time passed his character became an insane murderer that was incredibly complex!
He truly understood the depths of his character

In Tomb Raider the actor talked about this character that went on to have an incredible effect.

He brought out this character. You may remember what Goggins said? It really emphasizes how unique "Mathias Vogel" was, making it truly a noteworthy performance. This character became truly a great villain for a game series that was well loved.

If you haven't gotten a chance to see it, there are some truly wild elements, which gives us some important insights.

Goggins was actually new to this franchise and this iconic adventure game.
He didn't watch "Tomb Raider"! It didn't stop him from being amazing! In a great twist!
Goggins wanted to create an interesting role, where his character would feel emotionally drained!

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The Contrast

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There is so much contrast! Goggins really shines as this baddie in Tomb Raider, with a natural, compelling performance but if you really want to see what "Goggins" is capable of, then make sure to give the new Fallout series a watch.

You are in for an experience full of incredible characterizations.

Goggins' take on the post-apocalyptic, and twisted world is unlike anything that anyone will have ever seen. It turns out, he wasn't just a regular human and had undergone a huge transformation. The Ghoul is what we see but he came from a different character who played the original version.

"The Ghoul" was given some very cool prosthetics to give this incredible visual change.
It turned out this performance was such a huge impact for those who see it.

"The Ghoul" looks very unique but it's all to give this character a powerful, memorable story! There is a reason why this role really stands out from the pack, and you will find a compelling character arc!

"Goggins," is amazing as "The Ghoul".

He went from a man in the past to someone whose journey of discovery of self and his past brings new light and dimension to a beloved video game that has made its impact through Amazon Prime Video. In fact, fans of the Fallout series got to see this very intriguing relationship unfold as the show goes along and it only proves how compelling and emotionally charged this journey has become.

There's a powerful relationship between the characters. Even in a very unique and almost entirely different world, with some big transformations. There are also some strong connections as these villains are super complex.

Both have an important relationship with their families.

They both have a real desire to get back!

Vogel had such an intense obsession that it killed him!
However, "The Ghoul", with such powerful imagery, looks like it might just bring a new and exciting version. "Goggins" took on a journey to connect to his humanity, and rediscover himself, a move that Vogel may have never been able to pull off.

That's the essence of what really made "Tomb Raider" stand out!

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The Impact of Tomb Raider:

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In this crazy video game, where the stakes have been really high since 1996.

Goggins was also incredible!
"Tomb Raider" ( 2018), made it into theaters. However, Tomb Raider is the newest of these releases,

This adventure into Tomb Raider was a bold venture that left an imprint for "Goggins!"

The adventure doesn't end! It appears Goggins may even be taking on another amazing character as a part of "The Legend of Lara Croft", a project that is planned to be in the form of a film.

There may also be a series released through Amazon, keeping this adventurous world alive. In his past career, "Goggins, is quite known to take on many, amazing and compelling characters, and so it shouldn't come as a huge surprise to any "Tomb Raider" fan that "Goggins" is open to this chance and his talents could just bring some magic, an edge and just might be what they need.

So it really appears, that "Tomb Raider" will continue. If you need to catch up on everything Tomb Raider or a big dose of action! Then be sure to give "Tomb Raider" a watch as it's currently on Amazon Prime Video!