Olivia Munn recently revealed that a former male co-star paused filming for 45 minutes to protest a scene where her character was meant to save him. This incident occurred during her appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show.”
Munn explained that in the scene, they were fighting together in a bunker, with her character prepared to shoot a character approaching from behind. She noted that while the script clearly indicated her actions, her co-star apparently misunderstood it and believed, “She can’t save me.”
This misunderstanding led to a halt in production, with Munn describing her co-star as “combative with the director.” She mentioned that he showed no concern about how others would perceive his objections, arguing against the narrative that her character could help him.
After protracted discussions, Munn offered an alternative. She suggested instead of her character saving him, they simply switch sides. He accepted this compromise, allowing filming to resume.
This incident is not Munn’s only problematic experience with male colleagues. On another occasion, she described how a director on HBO’s “The Newsroom” attempted to damage her reputation. He told studio executives she was “combative” and often late, claims she firmly denied, noting that she lived just seven minutes from the studio. Despite the director’s efforts, Munn ultimately secured the role, but the experience left a lasting impact on her.
Such insights shed light on ongoing challenges women face in the film industry, particularly regarding gender dynamics on set.
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