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Cruise's 'Dance' with 10-Minute One-Take Monologue
3 Oct
Summary
- Tom Cruise described filming a 10-minute monologue as a 'dance'.
- He called the single-take scene his favorite moment in 'Digger'.
- Cruise found the character and original film a true privilege.
Hollywood star Tom Cruise has revealed details about filming a demanding 10-minute monologue for his upcoming movie, "Digger." He described the experience of shooting the entire sequence in a single take as a "dance" with director Alejandro Inarritu and the camera, highlighting it as his favorite scene.
Cruise expressed that he has never encountered a character quite like Digger, calling the film "the most original" he has read and one of the most moving he has seen. He elaborated on the scene, explaining the rhythm involved in performing the monologue while Inarritu staged it perfectly, with the entire performance captured in one continuous shot.
He also touched upon the unique preparation for the role, including the physical challenge of wearing a heavy fat suit and servicing the story with precise comedic and dramatic timing. Cruise emphasized that portraying such a character was a privilege, underscoring the unique collaborative effort and artistic vision behind "Digger."
