Rocking With Jam Man talks with SAW star Costas Mandylor at Frightmare in the Falls
To keep the Saw series cutting-edge, it’s crucial to continue pushing boundaries and diversifying the character roster. Embracing characters like Hoffman is just the first step towards a more dynamic and inclusive horror landscape. So, here’s to more jam-packed adventures and diverse voices in the blood-soaked world of Saw.In conclusion, Costas Mandylor’s portrayal of Hoffman in the Saw franchise serves as a testament to the impact that supporting characters can have on a storied series. As fans clamor for more of Hoffman’s presence in future installments, it becomes clear that there is a growing demand for diverse and engaging characters in the horror genre. By highlighting the importance of inclusive casting and character development, we pave the way for a more enriched and dynamic storytelling experience in the Saw universe and beyond.
Costas Mandylor is an Australian actor best known for his roles as Kenny Lacos in Picket Fences and Mark Hoffman in the Saw films.
Mandylor’s first major role was in the 1989 film Triumph of the Spirit playing a European Jew, which was filmed at the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp. He returned to Los Angeles meeting director Oliver Stone and auditioned and got the role of an Italian count in The Doors (1991). Mandylor landed a leading role in Mobsters playing Mafia boss Frank Costello. He went mentally prepared for the role, telling the Los Angeles Times, “It was interesting that I got that part, because I felt tuned in to gangsters, it was a genre I’d read a lot. When I was 13, I got a job as a dishwasher in a Melbourne nightclub and saw everything there, real gangsters, and had met characters who were dangerous people from an underground world.” In 1992, he had a lead role on the CBS television drama, Picket Fences, playing officer Kenny Lacos until the show ended in 1996. Mandylor also had a lead role in the Saw films as Detective Mark Hoffman, in Saw III (2006), Saw IV (2007), Saw V (2008), Saw VI (2009) and Saw 3D (2010). He also made a cameo appearance in Saw X (2023).
