Jesse Eisenberg, known for his role in "Zombieland," expresses his desire to become Polish.
Jesse Eisenberg, a well-known American actor, is hoping to become a Polish citizen. This decision stems not only from his family's Polish heritage and that of his wife but also carries a political significance.
He's been pursuing Polish citizenship for some time now and indicates that the process is almost complete. In a recent interview with "Głos Wielkopolski," Eisenberg shared that he's been working on his citizenship application for the past nine months. "Apparently, all the paperwork is done, and I'm just waiting for the final signature," he said.
His motivation for seeking Polish citizenship lies in his ties to the country and his family's history. His parents hail from Krasnystaw, a small city in eastern Poland. Similarly, his wife, Anna Strout, has Polish roots. Eisenberg wants to strengthen his connection to Poland and potentially shoot more films there too.
His latest film, which he both stars in and directs, called "A Real Pain," was mostly shot in Poland, including in spots significant to his family. Besides Krasnystaw, the production team filmed in Lublin, Warsaw, Radom, and Krasnik.
In "A Real Pain," Eisenberg, famous for his roles in "Zombieland" and "The Social Network," stars alongside "Succession" actor Kieran Culkin. The movie follows two cousins from the US who travel to Poland, the homeland of their families.
Speaking of his Polish ties, Eisenberg said he's always been connected to the country. Growing up, he would often hear stories of his Jewish family's warm relationships with the Polish people. "We were best friends with the Poles," Eisenberg shared.
Working on his latest film, he met people connected to the government, and he expressed a desire to foster better relations between Jews and Poles. "Is there a way we can apply for Polish citizenship?" he pondered. 1
1 This text was translated from German to English using Google Translate.
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Jesse Eisenberg, with his dual citizenship, could potentially leverage his Polish heritage and connections to the country for future entertainment projects in Hollywood, bridging the gap between American and Polish cinema. The entertainment industry might see an increase in collaborative filmmaking opportunities, given Eisenberg's role as a bridge between Hollywood and Poland.
Due to his newfound Polish citizenship, Jesse Eisenberg may now have a unique advantage in accessing resources for filmmaking and forging connections within Poland's entertainment industry, paving the way for a more international and diverse pool of talent in Hollywood productions.
Source: www.ntv.de
