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Cruz Feared Real-Life Love Bleeding Into Film Role
14 Nov
Summary
- Cruz worried film's intense couple dynamic could affect her marriage.
- The actors found a difficult confrontation scene 'terrifying' to film.
- Filmmaker Zeller aimed for authentic exploration of relationships.
Actress Penélope Cruz shared her apprehension about starring alongside husband Javier Bardem in Florian Zeller's film 'Bunker,' fearing the couple's on-screen relationship struggles might affect their own union. Cruz and Bardem have a history of working together every five to six years, consciously protecting their relationship by not overdoing it.
Despite potential challenges, the couple felt compelled to accept the roles due to their admiration for Zeller. Cruz described a pivotal three-day fight scene as 'terrifying,' requiring them to delve into uncomfortable emotional territory. She acknowledged that even fictional conflicts can touch upon delicate aspects of relationships.
Filmmaker Zeller sought to leverage the couple's real-life connection for authenticity, drawing parallels to other on-screen couples like Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise in 'Eyes Wide Shut.' However, he noted that unlike that film, 'Bunker' ultimately aims for reconciliation and reconnection between its characters.
