Jeremy Strong’s Hilarious Dunkin’ Ad: The Bean Method Takes Method Acting to New Heights!

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In Hollywood circles, ‘method acting’ is frequently mentioned, with actors like Daniel Day Lewis, Joaquin Phoenix, and the late Heath Ledger being widely recognized for the extraordinary steps they undertook to immerse themselves in their previous characters. Jeremy Strong from Succession is another notable method actor; he even resorted to self-tear gassing for The Trial of the Chicago 7. However, his latest commercial, alongside Ben and Casey Affleck, finds him trying a fresh approach to method acting… by experimenting with beans.

In a recent commercial for Dunkin’ Donuts before the Super Bowl, actors Casey Affleck, Ben Affleck, and Strong were featured. The ad, named “The Bean Method,” portrays the Affleck brothers visiting Strong’s dressing room to announce they are ready to film. Although they expected Strong to employ an unusual acting technique for his character, nothing could have foreshadowed what followed next.

After summoning enough bravery to step inside his private space, they discovered Strong immersed in a colossal vat of Dunkin’ coffee beans, as if it were a bath. Reminiscent of Marlon Brando in the film ‘Apocalypse Now’, Strong emerged and began refining his character alongside the Affleck brothers. Finally, he informed them that just three more hours would complete his transformation.

Instead of learning extravagant and overly complex techniques for getting into character at schools like Julliard, some Hollywood actors might soon find themselves discussing the “Bean Method,” a unique approach that could become quite popular.

Jeremy Strong’s Method Acting Upset His ‘Succession’ Co-Stars

Jeremy Strong is well-known for his dedication to fully embodying his characters, often pushing boundaries to achieve authentic performances. One particularly noteworthy instance of this, which earned him the title of “method actor,” was during his role as Kendall Roy in the critically acclaimed HBO show “Succession“.

As a movie reviewer, I’d rephrase it this way: “In an interview with The New Yorker in 2021, Joaquin Phoenix shared his perspective, stating, ‘To truly embody a character, you must experience the trials they face.’ Unfortunately, some online interpreted this as him engaging in unusual rituals for his role. Contrary to rumors like those surrounding Jared Leto on the set of Suicide Squad, Phoenix clarified that he chose solitude and rarely rehearsed with his co-stars.

Although his preparations might not have seemed as extensive as one might initially assume, they nonetheless caused a bit of friction among some of his previous co-stars. The candid Brian Cox, known for his role as patriarch, Logan Roy in Succession, voiced criticisms regarding Strong’s acting techniques back in December of last year.

As a fellow admirer, I’d like to rephrase: “It’s not beneficial for the team dynamics. It fosters discord,” Cox expressed to The Guardian. Further, he suggested, “If he could let go of that, his acting prowess would shine even brighter, leading to a much more welcoming and inclusive performance.

More recently, Strong appeared on The Apprentice with Marvel Cinematic Universe actor Sebastian Stan. Notably, both of them received Oscar nominations for their portrayals of Roy Cohn and Donald Trump in separate films.

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2025-02-04 22:02