Sandra Bullock has proven time and again that she’s not afraid to speak her mind, especially on a film set. With over three decades in the entertainment industry, Bullock’s confidence and candidness have become her trademark. And this time, the actress shared a true-to-the-heart recount of her unique scene with Ryan Reynolds in The Proposal.
When faced with the prospect of filming a n*de scene alongside Ryan Reynolds for the 2009 romantic comedy The Proposal, Bullock laid down some unique conditions that showcased her wit and comfort on screen.
Sandra Bullock revealed her unique conditions while filming the scene
In the memorable scene, Sandra Bullock’s character takes an unexpected tumble after a shower, landing atop an equally unclothed Ryan Reynolds. However, this was no ordinary “n*de scene” – Bullock ensured that her comedic talents took center stage.
During an insightful discussion on the About Last Night podcast, Bullock revealed her prerequisites for the scene. She agreed to participate in the humorous moment but with a comedic twist. The stipulation was clear: the scene had to evoke laughter, not titillation. Additionally, Bullock wanted a co-star she trusted and felt comfortable with, making Reynolds, her longtime friend since their early years in the industry, the ideal choice.
Reflecting on the decision, Bullock humorously recalled, “Ryan and I have known each other since we were prepubescent. We go way, way, way back.”
Bullock’s ability to embrace self-deprecating humor shone through as she insisted on an element of embarrassment in the scene. She shared, “I was like, ‘I will do this naked scene only if I can be humiliated and funny. You will not see me trying to attempt being sexy naked—in real life or onscreen. There’s just no point in it!”
Elaborating on the filming process, Bullock explained that both she and Reynolds wore flesh-colored coverings while her hair was strategically positioned to maintain modesty.
Sandra Bullock revealed some embarrassingly funny details from the set
There’s no doubt that light-hearted banter might have filled the set as the two actors navigated the scene with professionalism and friendship. While talking about the shooting process, Bullock admitted, “Ryan’s little—not little, at all! It’s just whatever’s there, and I don’t know because I didn’t see it, I didn’t look!”
Despite the comical nature of the scene, an unexpected twist added an extra layer of hilarity to the shoot. Bullock recounted a moment when director Anne Fletcher inadvertently drew attention to Reynolds’ anatomy. “I hear Anne Fletcher from the darkness go, ‘Ryan, we can see your ball sack!’ I’m like, ‘Oh God!’ because you wanna look down, but I’m like, ‘Don’t look down. Don’t look down’.”
Bullock couldn’t help but chuckle as she recounted the incident, noting how Reynolds remained unfazed. “Ryan was just so cool. Unflappable. He is absolutely unflappable.”
And in a delightful twist of fate, the unfazed Reynolds recently celebrated Bullock’s birthday by sharing the iconic naked scene on his Instagram – a shoutout to their enduring camaraderie.
Source: About Last Night
