Cate Blanchett, better known for her intricate roles in films such as Blue Jasmine and Carol, will show a drastically different side of her acting prowess in Eli Roth’s adaptation of the sci-fi action video game Borderlands. Blanchett’s venture into the action genre is not just a career pivot but a nod to her personal love for cinematic thrillers, specifically the cult classic Escape From New York. In an interview with Empire, Roth shared: