Ben Schwartz, the actor who voices Sonic in the upcoming film adaptation, sat down with Polygon to discuss the pressures of playing a beloved character. In an exclusive interview, he opened up about his personal growth as a person and revealed some surprising facts about Miles “Tails” Prower.
In preparation for the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on December 20, Schwartz took questions from Polygon that probed deeper into his feelings about aging, hurting, and growing as an actor. The interview also touched on his admiration for director Jeff Fowler’s work and the role of video game culture in shaping his performances.
Schwartz also discussed his aspirations to voice characters in Final Fantasy games, a childhood dream he has pursued throughout his career. Additionally, he shared insights into what sets him apart from his co-stars, including Jim Carrey, Keanu Reeves, and James Marsden.
The interview concludes with some surprising revelations about Sonic’s sidekick Miles “Tails” Prower, which shed new light on the character’s personality and dynamics with Sonic.
Source: https://www.polygon.com/movies/500054/ben-schwartz-sonic-3-shadow-interview