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Kirsten Dunst Praises 'Genuine' Co-Star Channing Tatum in Upcoming Film 'Roofman'
2 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Kirsten Dunst calls Channing Tatum a "genuine human being"
- Director Derek Cianfrance lauds Tatum as one of his "favorite actors"
- 'Roofman' is a quirky story about an Army veteran who robs fast food chains

In a recent interview, actress Kirsten Dunst, who is set to star in the upcoming film 'Roofman' alongside Channing Tatum, has opened up about her experience working with the 'Step Up' star. Dunst described Tatum as a "genuine human being" and revealed that the actor is incapable of lying, no matter the situation.
The director of 'Roofman', Derek Cianfrance, also shared his thoughts on Tatum, calling him "one of his favorite actors". Cianfrance recounted the first time he saw Tatum on screen, describing the actor's unique blend of physicality and vulnerability that has made him a versatile performer, capable of excelling in various genres from romantic movies to action and comedy.
'Roofman' is a quirky yet thrilling story about an Army veteran and father who resorts to robbing fast food chain stores to make ends meet. After getting caught, he escapes from prison and hides out in a Toys "R" Us location for six months, where he falls in love with a widowed mother who frequents the store.