James Norton on How Andy Samberg Inspired a Key "House of Guinness" Scene

In a recent social media post by NetflixUK, actor James Norton offered a fascinating insight into the character development for his role as Rafferty in the highly anticipated series "House of Guinness." Norton shared an anecdote about how a song by Andy Samberg, titled "Cool Guys Don't Look Back," influenced a pivotal scene. "We were shooting that scene, and my business partner sent me a song from Andy Samberg, which is Cool Guys Don't Look Back," Norton explained. The song, which features a compilation of historical and cinematic figures ignoring explosions, prompted a creative discussion on set. "We decided there and then, we were like, I think Rafferty is cooler than all of them, and he does look back, but he doesn't react," Norton stated. This decision subverts the common cinematic trope, portraying Rafferty not as oblivious, but as exceptionally composed in the face of chaos. The video intersperses Norton's commentary with clips from the series, showing Rafferty calmly glancing back at a dramatic explosion, reinforcing the character's unique demeanor. This behind-the-scenes revelation highlights the thoughtful detail put into crafting the characters of "House of Guinness."

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