Acclaimed British actor Tom Hiddleston, known for his role in The Night Manager, discusses his upcoming portrayal of Sir Edmund Hillary, New Zealand’s famed mountaineer. He draws parallels between Hillary and his latest character, an ex-soldier infiltrating an arms dealer’s circle, noting both share deep spiritual resources and endurance. However, he emphasizes that Hillary lived a more honest life, contrasting the shadows and secrets of his fictional role. Hiddleston describes his trip to New Zealand as a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience.
