Visionary name of the gaming world, Hideo Kojima, shared with his fans on social media how he discovered the successful actress Margaret Qualley, who plays the unforgettable characters Mama and Lockne in Death Stranding, and why he chose her for this important role. Qualley's performance had a special place in the Death Stranding cast, which included big names such as Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen and Léa Seydoux. Kojima's statement revealed that this choice was actually the result of creative inspiration.
KENZO Advertisement Became a Source of Inspiration
According to Hideo Kojima, there was a rather remarkable incident behind his consideration of Margaret Qualley for Death Stranding. When the famous game director watched the impressive commercial for the brand KENZO in which Qualley played the leading role in 2016, he was deeply impressed by the young actress’s energy and extraordinary physical performance. In the commercial in question, Qualley, who appeared to be just another ordinary audience member in the middle of a formal event, suddenly began dancing wildly to the rhythm of the music, filling the atmosphere of the entire building with her energy.
“I Saw This Video And Immediately Offered Her The Mama Character”
Kojima summarized this impressive moment in a post on his social media account with the following words: “I saw this video and immediately offered her the role of Mama in Death Stranding.” Kojima, who has always been known for discovering extraordinary talents, actually didn’t come as a surprise. Especially for a production with deep emotional layers and strong physical narrative like Death Stranding, Qualley’s unique acting style and impressive body language were a perfect match for the character.
Margaret Qualley, who played twin characters Mama and Lockne in Death Stranding, showcased not only her physical talents but also her impressive emotional depth. This contributed significantly to the unique atmosphere of the game and her performance received high praise from both critics and players. Although it has not yet been announced whether Qualley will be taking part in the highly anticipated Death Stranding 2, the positive impact this project has had on the young actress’ career has once again proven that Hideo Kojima made the right choice.
