Alan Ritchson Pushes Physical Limits on 'War Machine' and Gets Matching Tattoos Alan Ritchson, known for his role in the series 'Reacher,' recently discussed his new Netflix film 'War Machine' with director Patrick Hughes. The film, which stars Ritchson as a combat engineer named "81," is a blend of military action and sci-fi elements. Ritchson shared that the project pushed him to his physical limits, requiring him to endure intense training and challenging situations. He mentioned that the film's production involved a lot of physical strain, including moments where he needed medical attention due to the demanding nature of the role. The film's plot follows 81, who enlists in Army Ranger training after witnessing the death of his brother in battle. The story takes a turn when 81 faces a giant, otherworldly killing machine during a critical mission. The film features intense action sequences and explores the mental and physical toll of combat. Ritchson and Hughes revealed that they got matching tattoos after completing the film, which feature one of the movie's early logos. The tattoos were a way to commemorate the experience and mark the completion of the project. Hughes, who directed 'War Machine,' noted that this was his first time directing a film he wrote since his earlier work 'Red Hill.' He explained that the idea for the film came from his research into military selection processes and a vivid nightmare he had about being stalked by a mechanical beast. This concept became the foundation for the film's sci-fi element, which he integrated into the story to explore the character's internal struggles. Ritchson and Hughes also discussed their collaboration, highlighting their mutual respect and the synergy between their creative visions.#alan_ritchson #patrick_hughes #war_machine #military_training #tattoos
