For example, a YouTube video titled “How Big Was Big Smoke’s order really?” has over six million views. You must be aware of how popular Smoke's infamous fast-food order has become. I had to use all of the techniques I have learned to bring Big Smoke to life and make sure I had the right tone for his character. I never think about being a villain but how can I get to the heart of the character I am playing.
When approaching any project I work to make the character believable and real. How do you feel about playing one of the game’s villains? What measures did you take to bring humanity to Big Smoke? After all, he’s one of the game’s most beloved characters. My fondest memory bringing Big Smoke to life was talking about my ups and downs and wild and crazy last experiences in my career with the engineers and producers.
I bonded more with the engineers and producers for the project because we worked very closely to make sure Big Smoke felt real. HNHH: Before signing on to join San Andreas, what initially drew you to the project?Ĭlifton Powell: I knew that Grand Theft Auto would give me the opportunity to break into voice-overs as well as to continue to connect with a younger generation.ĭid you bond with your fellow Grove Street Members at all during the recording sessions? What is your fondest memory bringing Big Smoke to life?
In honor of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas' 15th Anniversary, here are five questions with the man who brought Big Smoke to life, actor Clifton Powell. Between his iconic fast-food order and the oft-quoted "YOU PICKED THE WRONG HOUSE FOOL," Big Smoke has cemented himself in the pantheon of great gaming characters. Particularly the Grove Street Four: protagonist CJ, the Eazy-E inspired Ryder (voiced by MC Eiht), the stoic Sweet, and the game's most quotable and arguably enduring figure Big Smoke. Though many became enamored with the brilliantly immersive setting, it was the characters that left the lasting impact.
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