Guiding the ever-evolving world of cinema demands actors immerse themselves in scenes demanding vulnerability and authenticity. Mark Ruffalo, renowned for his diverse roles, candidly discussed his unease during intimate scenes with Emma Stone in Poor Things.
At 55, he grappled with discomfort, raising reflective questions about his perceived age-related suitability for on-screen intimacy.
Mark Ruffalo Considered Himself Too Old For Intimate Scenes In Poor Things With Emma Stone
In the realm of moviemaking, actors often face a tricky challenge when it comes to intimate scenes, aiming for genuine performances. Recently, Mark Ruffalo, the seasoned actor known for his diverse roles, found himself pondering over the prospect of over-the-top s*x scenes in the sci-fi fantasy Poor Things.
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In an interview with Perfect magazine, the Avengers star, who graced the cover mostly with n*de. It openly discussed the hurdles he encountered during the steamy sequences with Emma Stone.
At 55, the actor questioned whether he was too old for such explicit scenes, wondering if anyone wanted to see that side of him. He said,
“I didn’t know if I could pull this off – I’ve never done anything like this before. And I’m 55 now, so, like, the s*x scenes – am I too old to be doing that kind of stuff? Does anyone want to see that?”
Surprisingly, the audience seemed intrigued by this unexpected portrayal from the artist. Who delivered a commendable performance in what some consider one of Stone’s quirkiest films.
Poor Things, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and written by Tony McNamara as a follow-up to The Favourite, features Stone as Bella Baxter, a woman resurrected with the brain of her unborn child.
As she rapidly matures, her journey into womanhood unfolds with unrestrained s*xuality, including encounters with Wedderburn, a passionate lawyer.
Ruffalo’s candid reflections unveil the complexities an actor faces. It navigates the intersection of age and storytelling demands.
Despite his initial uncertainties, Ruffalo managed to bring a distinctive rooster-like quality to his character. A detail he previously shared about his role in Poor Things.
Mark Ruffalo Donned A Codpiece, Bulking Up His Character For Poor Things
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Ruffalo pulled off a surprising move for his part in Poor Things. The versatile actor, famous for his diverse roles, took character preparation to a whole new level by donning a codpiece. It added an unexpected twist to his performance.
Unlike Bruce Banner’s transformation in The Avengers, Ruffalo’s approach to hulking up for Poor Things involved more than just physical prowess.
Playing an eccentric, s*x-obsessed lawyer in Lanthimos’ film, he shared insights into his elaborate costumes. It includes a*s pads, thigh pads, calf pads, and boots with a 3-inch heel. As per The Hollywood Reporter, Ruffalo explained,
“I had ass pads. I had thigh pads, I had calf pads, I had a codpiece. I had a corset, I had a high collar. I had boots with a 3-inch heel on them.”
According to him, this ensemble transformed his character into “a bit of a rooster.” Despite initial hesitations about the role, he embraced it after discussions with Lanthimos.
Drawing inspiration from legends like Charlie Chaplin, Richard E. Grant, Terry-Thomas, and even his former MCU co-star Robert Downey Jr., Ruffalo delved into the heightened world of Poor Things with a lot of daydreaming.
This unconventional approach underscores his commitment to delivering an authentic and unique performance that goes beyond conventional methods.
