Anna Kendrick Donated All of Her ‘Woman of the Hour’ Pay to Anti-Violence Charities

Anna Kendrick Donated All of Her ‘Woman of the Hour’ Pay to Anti-Violence Charities

As a seasoned gamer with a soft spot for films that tell gripping true stories, I must say Anna Kendrick‘s directorial debut, “Woman of the Hour,” has left an indelible mark on me. Her selfless act of donating her entire paycheck to charities that support victims of violence is nothing short of inspiring. It’s rare to see such dedication in a world where profit often takes center stage.


Despite making her directorial debut with “Woman of the Hour”, Anna Kendrick chose not to keep any earnings from it. Instead, she generously donated all her paychecks to RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) and the National Center for Victims of Violent Crime.

On the Crime Junkie AF podcast, Kendrick discussed her Netflix movie and pondered over the choice she made regarding her donation.

Kendrick explained to Ashley Flowers that the project wasn’t about earning profits, rather it was all invested in producing the film itself.

She transitioned from casually expressing interest in the film’s screening to feeling accountable for its success when she discovered that financial discussions would become part of the Toronto International Film Festival talks: “I changed from saying ‘Keep me updated on the movie,’ to ‘Oh no, this is my responsibility,’ and then it was about making the movie – we barely made it in time for TIFF – and then it hit me, ‘Money will be changing hands,’ and yes, I did question if I should feel uncomfortable about this, and I did.

She went on to explain, “I’m not profiting from the film. Instead, the earnings are being directed towards RAINN and the National Center for Victims of Violent Crimes. It’s a complex issue, but contributing in this way seemed like the bare minimum I could do.

The movie that debuted on Netflix on October 18th narrates a real-life event involving Cheryl Bradshaw and her encounter with the ’70s serial killer Rodney Alcala during an episode of “The Dating Game”. In this show, Bradshaw selected Alcala who seemed like an ordinary contestant. However, their meeting occurred during his murderous rampage. The film delves into the string of murders committed by Alcala in the ’70s and his encounter with Bradshaw, portrayed by Kendrick. Daniel Zovatto plays Alcala, who was later known as “The Dating Game Killer”.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, screenwriter Ian McDonald pointed out that although Alcala might have been likened to Ted Bundy, there was a significant distinction between them.

While others may draw parallels between him and Ted Bundy, it’s important to note that Bundy skillfully masked his evil deeds under a guise of good-naturedness and all-American charm. In contrast, Rodney Alcala didn’t bother to disguise himself. What makes Alcala intriguing is the fact that those around him chose to ignore his misdeeds, which allowed him to continue his wrongdoings for such a prolonged period. This indifference was evident in law enforcement, television shows like The Dating Game, and even the court system as a whole, according to his statement to THR.

At first, Kendrick was only intended to act in the movie, but she proposed taking on the director’s role as well. However, she made it clear that she would only do so if the producers believed it was the best choice. After landing the role, she reached out to Paul Feig for advice. During the film’s L.A. premiere, Kendrick shared with THR, “I was immersed in a group of exceptionally skilled and encouraging individuals, and they were the ones who prevented everything from falling apart most of the time.

Apart from praising Kendrick for her role in saving the movie, McDonald acknowledges that she played a crucial part in making it happen when previous deals fell apart: “She shared my vision for the film and provided insightful suggestions. However, what was significant was that her suggestions enhanced the script to better align with my original concept, rather than diluting it. She brought a new perspective, one I had lost sight of over time due to prolonged involvement. She was an exceptional collaborator.

In addition to the main cast, Tony Hale, Nicolette Robinson, Pete Holmes, Autumn Best, Kathryn Gallagher, and Kelley Jakle are also featured in this movie.

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2024-10-31 23:25