After the blockbuster Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man: Far From Home has become one of the most discussed titles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The events in the film take place right after the “Endgame,” as the world begins to adjust to the loss of many heroes who sacrificed their lives during Infinity War, alongside the return of some who disappeared for five years.
At this time, Peter Parker feels overwhelmed by the heavy burdens of responsibility, leading him to decide to take a break from being a superhero and focus on enjoying a summer trip to Europe with his friends.
However, there are numerous dark undertones that are waiting for Spider-Man in Europe, pushing the young hero into a new adventure to confront evil and protect his friends.
With captivating content, the film has received significant praise from audiences and critics alike. In just one week after its official release, Spider-Man: Far From Home has grossed a total of $580 million (over 13 trillion VND), of which $185 million (4.3 trillion VND) came from the North American market. And it has officially become the highest-grossing film for the character Spider-Man.
Achieving this success cannot overlook the significant contribution of “Spider-Man” Tom Holland. The British actor’s portrayal of Spider-Man has made a strong impression on audiences from his very first appearance and is considered the most charming and relatable Spider-Man to date.
And although this role is a highlight of Tom Holland’s career, he has admitted to facing many struggles while wearing the Spider-Man suit, which makes him feel less comfortable.
Today, let’s explore the 5 extremely challenging obstacles that “Spider-Man” must face when donning his superhero suit. Many will have to endure the immense pressures that the actor has to deal with.
1. Limited phone and social media usage
Sharing on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Holland revealed that his suit is the most uncomfortable costume in the Marvel universe: “You can’t breathe at all. I’m fully enclosed in a lycra suit. I can’t even use my phone, and I’m only 23. Normally, I use my phone a lot. I’m really good at liking pictures with my thumb.”
2. Can’t eat anything while in costume
Due to the tight costume, Tom cannot eat anything while in character. There’s a behind-the-scenes clip showing Tom struggling just to have a bite to eat during breaks.
3. Must drink water using a straw through the mask
Tom shared with Entertainment Tonight: “It’s a very strange setup. I have to get a straw through my mask, as they make it out of glass while the suit is made of fabric. The only way I can drink is to pull the left side of my mask out, then set a bottle there, talk to them and sip water. If I pull the mask down, I might bite myself while chewing.”
4. Must wear a tight suit
This is the challenge that makes Tom feel the most “embarrassed.” Sharing with ShortList, Tom said: “I had to buy it right away and tell them, ‘This is the suit I have to wear in the Spider-Man suit.’ At first, I was worried, not knowing if my pants would be as usual after wearing the suit, but then I had to get used to it.”
5. Must always stay in character
Tom shared with Live with Kelly and Ryan: “Drinking water is a very dangerous task when wearing Spider-Man’s suit because a mistake could lead to an accident. The suit is very tight, and the feeling is quite awkward. Despite that, I am very proud to wear it; it gives me more confidence than any other role. But going to the restroom is a whole other issue. I have to plan ahead, not just whenever I want to go.”
Source: Team US-UK
