Jacob Elordi’s Return Home for New Prime Video Miniseries

Jacob Elordi and Odessa Young have come together to discuss their highly-anticipated Australian project, “The Narrow Road to the Deep North.” Both actors highlight the importance of the series, as it brings them back to their roots after a hiatus from homegrown projects. Elordi expresses that this five-part limited series fulfills everything he has ever wanted to do as an actor.

Based on Richard Flanagan’s Booker Prize-winning novel, the show delves into the harrowing history of the Australian POWs who perished while constructing the Thai-Burma Death Railway. Despite their limited previous knowledge, both Elordi and Young share their experiences of exploring this lesser-known aspect of Australian history.

In the series, Elordi portrays a young medical student named Dorrigo Evans, whose memories of a passionate affair with Young’s character haunt him during his difficult time on the railway. Ciarán Hinds portrays the older Dorrigo, adding layers of depth to the narrative.

Guiding these talented actors is director Justin Kurzel, known for his poignant explorations of Australian identity and history. Kurzel was apprehensive about taking on this adaptation but aimed to make the story his own while preserving the essence of the source material. Working closely with his cast, including the inventive and playful Young, Kurzel creates a immersive, intense, and sensitive portrayal of the characters and their struggles.

Both Elordi and Young speak highly of their experience working with Kurzel, emphasizing the director’s intuitive and trusting approach to filmmaking. The cast’s dedication to authenticity, including a two-week rehearsal period, contributes to the series’ compelling portrayal of life on the railway.

Kurzel’s visual storytelling brings the horrors of the railway to life, creating a vivid and haunting portrayal of this dark chapter in Australian history. With a focus on emotional depth and storytelling, “The Narrow Road to the Deep North” promises to be a captivating and thought-provoking series that sheds light on a little-known part of Australia’s past.