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Sharon Stone: 'People still terrified of me'
18 Sep
Summary
- Actress Sharon Stone revealed audience fear stemming from her role.
- Stone believes her 'indomitable woman' portrayal remains terrifying.
- She wants to do more comedy, unlike her iconic villain role.
Actress Sharon Stone, 68, revealed in a recent interview that audiences continue to be "terrified" of her due to her portrayal of serial killer Catherine Tramell in the 1992 film "Basic Instinct." Stone suggested that the public's perception of her as an "indomitable woman" remains a "terrifying construct."
Stone recounted how interviewers were often scared of her after the film's release, a sentiment she feels persists. She also expressed a desire to focus on more comedy roles, noting that her lane was never meant to be "sex psychos," unlike her iconic "Basic Instinct" character.
Reflecting on the film's famous leg-crossing scene, Stone acknowledged she had the legal right to alter it but chose not to, understanding it enhanced the film's impact. However, she stated that while it made her an icon, it didn't earn her respect. Stone is set to appear in upcoming comedies, indicating a shift in her career focus.
