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Monster: Lizzie Borden Star on Gruesome Filming
19 Sep
Summary
- Actors endured hours of research for a realistic vomit scene.
- The oyster scene involved projectile vomiting and soiled undergarments.
- Actress Rebecca Hall found the scene unexpectedly hilarious.
The latest Netflix series, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, features a shocking scene where characters Abby and Andrew Borden fall violently ill after consuming spoiled oysters. Director Max Winkler described the meticulous process of creating the realistic vomiting effects, comparing it to a symphonic experience and drawing inspiration from other films.
The filming involved extensive research into theatrical vomiting techniques and numerous test runs with vomit rigs to achieve the desired visual impact. Actors Charlie Hunnam and Rebecca Hall shared their initial reservations about the scene due to its graphic nature and Hunnam's germaphobia. Hall, initially worried about her empathetic response to vomiting, found the scene surprisingly funny and preposterous once filming began.
Despite the discomfort and messy conditions, the cast managed to complete the scene. Hunnam described the experience as unpleasant, while Hall admitted a lasting aversion to tomato soup. Ella Beatty, who was not directly involved in the vomit effects, found the technical aspects of the scene fascinating and enjoyed watching her co-stars.
