Whether it may be being part of an insane psychologically-charged drama or a packed-to-the-walls action film with none other than Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson can be said to have developed an iron heart and mind to take on challenges that might look crazy to many. But contrary to even she may have believed, watching Austin Butler act may have proven too much even for her.
In a recent interview, the actress was asked about all the on-set details of her upcoming film Dune: Part Two, including what other stars on set were like to witness while shooting for the film. Ferguson was quick to bring Butler into the conversation, claiming that she was downright scared of him when he was in character during the filming process.
Rebecca Ferguson Was Terrified Of Austin Butler In Character While Shooting For Dune: Part Two
Putting on a performance of a lifetime for the audience is no easy feat, and to do so while making it look effortlessly graceful requires natural talent that only a few possess, which is where Rebecca Ferguson comes in. With her natural charm and elegant grit, she was able to steal the gaze of the audience in Mission: Impossible- Rogue Nation from an industry icon like Tom Cruise himself.
And yet, when she witnessed someone else put on the same kind of performance in front of her eyes, filled with more intensity and power, she felt the terror of what the audiences may feel looking at a story and scene unfolding in front of their eyes. This was the time when the Silo actress witnessed her Dune: Part Two co-star Austin Butler shoot for his scene in the film while being deep in character.
In conversation with Lorraine‘s Ranvir Singh, the actress opened up about this experience she had on set, where she revealed:
“The day before, he was shooting the scene, so I asked him if I could come on set. And I saw him, and I don’t think I have been so taken aback by someone’s appearence. He was so scary. He was so forceful. And then, as soon as he was done, this little smile, this wonderfully deep voice.”
While there may have been no intentions from Butler to scare Ferguson in any manner, this small incident just goes to show how invested these stars can really get when they try their best.
What To Expect From Dune: Part Two?
With the events of the first film of the series leaving so many unanswered questions and cliffhangers, Dune: Part Two will soon be released for the audience to marvel at the story of a lifetime.
With the iron will that Paul Atreides has now cultivated even further to bring to justice the conspirators that destroyed his and his family’s life, the protagonist must embark on a journey towards a war that will make him choose between the fate of the universe and the love of his life that he cannot live without.
Dune: Part Two, in cinemas on 1st March 2024.
