Andrew Garfield says his new film, Paul Greengrass’s “The Uprising,” should make billionaires feel afraid. In interviews tied to the movie’s release, Garfield delivers the message in blunt terms, expressing hope that the world’s richest people watch the historical drama and respond with fear or concern.
“The Uprising” depicts a medieval class revolt, with Garfield playing Ploughman, portrayed as a folk-hero leader of a rebellion. Deadline and Hollywood Reporter describe the character in connection with legends of popular resistance, including parallels to Robin Hood-style inspiration. ComingSoon frames Garfield’s comments as a direct warning to ultra-wealthy viewers, emphasizing the film’s modern relevance. Across outlets, the common thread is that Garfield casts the story as a commentary on class inequality and power dynamics, though each outlet highlights different aspects of his wording and the character’s inspiration.
