Anna Kendrick’s⁣ bold stand against on-set humiliation

Anna Kendrick shares a moment from her film career

During a recent interview⁣ on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the beloved​ actress Anna Kendrick offered⁢ a​ compelling behind-the-scenes story. When asked about the worst ⁣note she ever received from a director,‌ Kendrick didn’t hold back, recounting‍ a surprising and rather humiliating ​experience.

A tale of ‌on-set‌ embarrassment

Kendrick’s story⁣ began on ⁤an innocuous note, one that⁤ many actors have faced: the risky realm of improvisation.

“I remember a director once​ in a room full of 100 ​extras or something being like, ‘Hey, on this next one just try something.​ Just​ make something up.⁣ Just ‍improv something,’” recounted Kendrick.

Ever the professional, Kendrick embraced ​the challenge, only⁣ to⁣ be met‌ with a highly unexpected response.

“The​ director called cut, came over, and, once again in front ​of‌ 100⁤ extras,⁣ was like, ⁤‘Oof, let’s go back to the ‌script!’”

A strategic power move

This ⁢wasn’t just a simple critique; it⁢ felt⁣ like a deliberate attempt to assert dominance. ​

“It really felt like ​a very ​specific power move to⁤ embarrass me, to​ gain dominance.⁣ It was ‍very icky,” Kendrick admitted.

The twist in the tale came months later when Kendrick’s improvisational work found its way ‍into the film’s trailer.

“And then⁤ the thing that I ‌improvised ended up in ‍the trailer. So,‍ F— you!”

A shocked audience reacts

Kendrick didn’t⁣ name the director or the ⁣film, a choice that left her audience​ gasping.‌ Their reaction was a​ mix of disbelief and admiration as she took a stand against the director’s ⁣behavior. Her story not ‌only ​resonated with those present ⁢but also⁢ echoed a ‌larger sentiment within the industry: the importance of mutual respect and the courage to call out unprofessional behavior.

From actor to director

Kendrick’s journey hasn’t ​stopped at ⁤acting. ⁣She has​ recently transitioned⁣ into directing, marking a significant milestone⁤ in her career with Woman of ⁣the ‍Hour. This film ‍not only signifies her growth but also her ​ability⁣ to navigate the complex dynamics of filmmaking.

“It’s‌ a lot easier for me to talk in extreme detail ‍about certain moments in certain scenes, or ‌about movies that were ‍inspirations ‍than it is to answer the ‌questions that come up⁤ the most frequently — ‌‘Why⁣ this project?‌ Why did ⁣you want to ‌direct?’” ⁣Kendrick​ shared.

This insight⁣ into her new role highlights⁣ the passion and dedication that ‌Kendrick pours into her projects. ‌It also illuminates the unique challenges faced by female directors‌ in⁤ a predominantly male industry.

“I⁢ think there is a bit of an ‌expectation that I speak quite eloquently about the unique experience of⁢ being a female director,” she added. ​“And then ⁣you’re going, ‘I’ve done ⁤this one ⁢time. I probably shouldn’t be, like, representative ⁢of those‍ kinds of big questions.’”

Embracing a new chapter

Moving from ⁣acting to directing‍ is no small​ feat,⁣ and⁣ Kendrick’s candid reflections offer a glimpse ‍into the pressures ⁢and​ expectations ‍that come with this transition. Her honesty about ‌not yet feeling entirely​ comfortable ⁣representing broader questions⁤ about female directors is refreshing and relatable.

Kendrick’s story is a powerful reminder⁣ of the resilience​ and determination⁤ required in the entertainment​ industry. Her ⁣ability to ⁤rise above past humiliations and​ forge a new path as a director is inspiring.

By sharing her experiences publicly, Kendrick not only empowers herself but also encourages others in the industry⁤ to stand ⁤up against unprofessional behavior.‌ Her journey ‌from a humiliated actor to a confident ⁢director serves as‌ a beacon for ‌aspiring filmmakers everywhere.

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