Okay, let’s address the white elephant: yes, Levon got his foot in the door because of his parents. I’m not naive. But credit where credit’s due—he’s not coasting. He picks projects that are weird, risky, and often unglamorous. Think Ex Machina level of weird, not Avatar blockbuster.
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He also seems to be avoiding the typical “teen heartthrob” trap. No superhero franchises (yet), no Instagram thirst traps. He’s doing what his dad did in the ‘90s: building a portfolio of quirky, character-driven work. You can almost hear Ethan whispering, “Don’t sell out, kid.” And Levon’s listening.
What’s next? He’s rumored to be in a new project with Yorgos Lanthimos, the director of Poor Things. If that’s true, expect something bizarre and brilliant. My advice? Keep an eye on Levon Roan Thurman Hawke—just don’t call him a “nepo baby” to his face. He’ll probably just smile, quote some obscure poem, and then disappear into another indie film set.
Honestly, I’m just glad I caught that late-night screening. It reminded me that sometimes, Hollywood’s second generation can actually act. And in Levon’s case, they can act circles around the hype.
