How Everything Works on Instagram: "While most actors focus on one major role at a time, Alfred Molina was juggling two worlds at once. During the production of Spider-Man 2, he wasn’t just transforming into the mechanical menace of Doctor Octopus — he was also deep in preparation for a Broadway lead. At the same time as filming action-heavy scenes, Molina was rehearsing to play Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof, a role that demands hours of singing, movement, and emotional range. The overlap meant s

CLIPS on Instagram: "🕷️ Interesting fact: Spider Man 2 (2004) — Alfred Molina was chosen as Doctor Octopus because director Sam Raimi wanted the villain to feel tragic rather than monstrous. The mechanical arms were designed to move like living creatures, each with its own personality. Puppeteers controlled them on set to give actors something real to react to. This mix of emotional depth and practical effects is why many fans still consider it one of the strongest superhero films ever made."