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Boston Blue Actors Eat Their Way Through Dinner Scenes
7 Mar
Summary
- Actors on Boston Blue genuinely eat food during long Shabbat dinner scenes.
- Marcus Scribner prefers eating to avoid appearing inauthentic on screen.
- Extended filming times for dinner scenes can lead to actors feeling sick.
Shabbat dinner scenes on Boston Blue require actors, including Marcus Scribner, to eat the food presented, a stark contrast to methods used in similar shows. While the extended filming duration for these scenes can be grueling, Scribner opts to eat authentically rather than faking it, aiming for a more genuine on-screen portrayal. This commitment, shared by co-star Sonequa Martin-Green, contributes to the realism of the family gatherings.
The demanding nature of these prolonged shoots, which can last for hours, has led to actors experiencing fatigue and even illness from consuming large quantities of food. Despite the challenges, Scribner insists on fully engaging with the meal to enhance the authenticity of the scenes. As Boston Blue enters its second season after a successful first, the cast's approach to these demanding dinner sequences will be one to watch.
