Tomb Raider fans have eagerly been awaiting a look at Alicia Vikander in action as Lara Croft.
And the first official images of the Oscar winning actress in character have now been released.
Vanity Fair has published photos of Alicia taking on the role of the iconic video game character previously played by Angelina Jolie in 2001.
First look: Alicia Vikander as Lara Croft in #TombRaider https://t.co/aZ9yR6whjZ pic.twitter.com/Q5PAsQv2wU
— VANITY FAIR (@VanityFair) March 27, 2017
“When I was asked to take on this role I got really excited—Lara Croft is a truly iconic character,“ Alicia told the publication. “I think people can identify with her for lots of different reasons, but for me I very much see her as a model for many young women.
“She’s trying to carve out her place in the world and connect her future with her past. She also has a fantastic mix of traits—tough, smart, vulnerable, plus she’s kick ass!”
Alicia added: “She is also uniquely different to other characters I have taken on previously. It’s a lot of fun trying to get into Lara’s head and the challenge of getting to grips with such a physical role is an element of this project that I find an absolute thrill.”
Here Is The First Look Of Alicia Vikander as Lara Croft In The Upcoming #TombRaider Movie pic.twitter.com/H7O5eATSne
— Warner Bros. India (@WarnerBrosIndia) March 27, 2017
The movie is currently filming and due for release next year, and the official plot description has also been revealed.
“Suddenly, the stakes couldn’t be higher for Lara, who—against the odds and armed with only her sharp mind, blind faith and inherently stubborn spirit—must learn to push herself beyond her limits as she journeys into the unknown,” it reads.
“If she survives this perilous adventure, it could be the making of her, earning her the name tomb raider.”
