Exclusive Interview: Christian Convery on "Barron’s Cove", Playing Twins in "The Monkey", and Mastering Voiceover Work

NOTE- THIS INTERVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE FILM BARRON'S COVE.

Reviews And Dunn: Could you provide insights regarding your role in Barron’s Cove?

Christian Convery: Mild spoiler alert: I play Ethan in Barron's Cove, a character with a hard shell but a vulnerable interior. We’re introduced to him in a shocking way—tying another boy (Barron) to train tracks as a train barrels toward them. It’s a grim introduction, to say the least. When Caleb (played by Garrett Hedlund) learns about Barron's death, it sparks a rage-fueled kidnapping, driven by revenge. Once Caleb captures Ethan, the story starts to peel back Ethan's layers. As his guard falls, we begin to wonder—did he actually kill the boy? Or is he a product of something bigger and more tragic? Ethan is shaped by an unjust system, left to fend for himself from a young age. What I loved was showing that emotional progression—Ethan starts off confident and guarded, with posture and eye contact that signal control. But as the film progresses, those details shift. His posture weakens, and his vulnerability emerges. It’s subtle, but it really brings humanity to Ethan.

Reviews And Dunn: At the onset of the film, there's notable animosity between your character and Garrett Hedlund’s. Did Garrett intentionally avoid interacting with you on set to maintain that tension?

Christian Convery: Not at all! While Ethan and Caleb are at odds in the film, Garrett and I never avoided each other off camera. In fact, because the set was so intense—with violence, yelling, and weapons—it was important that we built a strong connection behind the scenes. Feeling safe and supported helped us both push our performances further.

A lot of people think being around that kind of environment can take an emotional toll, especially for young actors. But I’m fortunate that I can separate my acting from my real emotional well-being. Some actors carry the weight of their characters home with them, but I treat acting like applied psychology—just behavior rooted in storytelling.

Reviews And Dunn: Were any of the plot twists in the film surprising when you read the script?

Christian Convery: Oh, definitely. Spoiler alert again! The most heartbreaking twist for me was Benji showing the police tapes and then beating up Caleb. I didn’t see that coming at all while reading. Evan Kelman’s execution of it is masterful. Other twists—like the reveal of Lyle’s abuse of Ethan and the final scene—really add to the film’s emotional intensity. Barron’s Cove is packed with moments that leave you breathless.

Reviews And Dunn: Earlier this year, you portrayed identical twins in the horror comedy The Monkey. What was your approach to embodying these dual characters?

Christian Convery: In The Monkey, I played younger versions of Hal and Bill—twin brothers who are total opposites. Hal is shy and timid, while Bill is cocky and a classic bully. Playing both meant juggling different emotional states, logic, and physicality. We’d often shoot one half of a scene as Hal, then switch to Bill—with full costume and hair changes in between. Some days were even dedicated to just one character. For scenes where Hal and Bill interact, I worked closely with my body double to make sure our timing and physicality synced. It was a challenging but super rewarding experience, and I loved putting my skills to the test.

Reviews And Dunn: Your résumé also includes voiceover work. Is there a dream project you'd love to lend your voice to?

Christian Convery:I’ve had the chance to work on some great voiceover projects like Invincible (as Oliver) and Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (as Chase). I’d love to continue with Invincible if it gets renewed—fingers crossed! Voice acting gives you a whole different perspective. It’s amazing how much you can convey with just your voice. I really enjoy the switch-up from live-action filming and hope to do more in the future.

Reviews And Dunn: Lastly, is there anything else you'd like to share? And where can fans find you on social media?

Christian Convery: Make sure to catch Barron’s Cove in theaters—it’s a powerful, emotional ride. If you want to follow the film’s director and writer, Evan Kelman, you can find him on Instagram at @evkelm. And for updates on what I’m working on next, you can follow me at @ChristianConvery.

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