One of the fiercest ninjas in the SNAKE EYES movie is Haruka Abe's character "Akiko." CineMovie talked to the actress about preparing for the role that required hours of martial arts training and working with Henry Golding and Andrew Koji (Warrior).
The origins story will focus on Storm Shadow and Snake Eyes bromance before they fought for opposing teams. SNAKE EYES: G.I. JOE ORIGINS stars Henry Golding (CRAZY RICH ASIANS), Andrew Koji (WARRIOR), Úrsula Corberó (Money Heist), Samara Weaving (READY OR NOT), Haruka Abe, Takehiro Hira, Peter Mensah with Iko Uwais
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS
Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins stars Henry Golding as Snake Eyes, a tenacious loner who is welcomed into an ancient Japanese clan called the Arashikage after saving the life of their heir apparent. Upon arrival in Japan, the Arashikage teach Snake Eyes the ways of the ninja warrior while also providing something he’s been longing for: a home. But, when secrets from his past are revealed, Snake Eyes’ honor and allegiance will be tested – even if that means losing the trust of those closest to him. Based on the iconic G.I. Joe character, Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins also stars Andrew Koji as Storm Shadow, Úrsula Corberó as Baroness, Samara Weaving as Scarlett, Haruka Abe as Akiko, Tahehiro Hira as Kenta and Iko Uwais as Hard Master.
DIRECTED BY
Robert Schwentke
