Summary
- Kirsten Dunst faced insecurity while portraying her character in Civil War, asking to handle the camera for authenticity.
- Photographer Murray Close worked closely with Dunst to ensure realistic camera handling in the film.
- Cailee Spaeny found joy in her role as an aspiring photographer, filming 20 rolls of film a night.
As a gamer with a deep appreciation for the behind-the-scenes stories of filmmaking, I find it fascinating how dedicated Kirsten Dunst was to authenticity in her portrayal of Lee Smith, a war photojournalist, in “Civil War.” Her insecurity about handling the camera realistically and accurately is relatable, as many actors strive for authenticity in their roles.
Kirsten Dunst was unexpectedly apprehensive during the production of “Civil War,” a film produced by A24 where she starred as Lee Smith, a distinguished war photojournalist. As the storyline follows a group of journalists on their trek from New York City to the White House amid America’s fracture, Dunst felt compelled to authentically portray her character. Concerned about accurately depicting her profession, she requested control over the camera from director and writer Alex Garland, confessing, “I was a bit uneasy.” In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Dunst disclosed this information.
She admits that her greatest concern was giving the impression of being unfamiliar with the camera or not handling it as if it were an extension of herself.
In the film “Civil War,” Garland focused on delivering an authentic representation of photography. To accomplish this, Murray Close, the still photographer, worked closely with Dunst and her co-star Cailee Spaeny. According to Close, a telltale sign that characters in movies aren’t real photographers is how they handle cameras.
It’s intriguing how Dunst’s character name pays homage to Lee Miller, an inspiring figure who transitioned from modeling to photography and became Vogue’s war correspondent during World War II. She documented significant historical events such as the London Blitz and the liberation of Paris. Furthermore, she was among the first female photographers to capture the grim realities of concentration camps at Buchenwald and Dachau. Last year, Kate Winslet brought Miller’s story to life in “Lee,” a biographical drama set for release in theaters this year.
Cailee Spaeny Found Joy with her Civil War Role
After receiving critical acclaim for her portrayal of Priscilla Presley in Sofia Coppola’s biopic, Spaeny takes on the role of Jessie Cullen, an eager photographer, in the upcoming video. Additionally, she provides insights into her character preparation process within the production.
I’ve truly enjoyed the process of delving into a character’s background for these roles. Some of them require learning new skills such as fencing or baton twirling. Having experience with film cameras now comes in handy.
She adds:
“I’m going through like 20 rolls of film a night. Personally, it’s been such a great journey.”
I’m thrilled to share that I have two upcoming projects! In Charlie McDermott and Sara Rejaie’s heartfelt indie drama “Rhubarb,” I join the cast as one of two adult siblings dealing with the aftermath of losing our cherished dog. This moving story explores how we cope with individual and shared grief. Another project I’m involved in is Ruben Östlund’s intriguing social satire, “The Entertainment System is Down.” In this film set on a long flight, when the unimaginable happens – the entertainment system malfunctions – passengers are left to their own devices (literally). The ensemble cast includes me, Keanu Reeves, and Daniel Brühl, with more stars yet to be announced.
As a passionate gamer, I’m thrilled to share that Spaeny, an exceptional talent in the industry, has some exciting projects coming up. In the realm of sci-fi horror, we have “Alien: Romulus,” where I can’t wait to dive into the terrifying universe of the Alien franchise. Furthermore, I’m looking forward to “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” which promises a captivating whodunit experience. And let’s not forget about the second season of Netflix’s critically acclaimed series, “Beef.”
Civil War
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