In movies, they make love scenes look all glamorous, but behind the scenes, it’s a whole different story. Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian really brought it in Love Lies Bleeding, but shooting those steamy scenes wasn’t a walk in the park.
Getting into the nitty-gritty of their on-screen chemistry and what the cameraman had to deal with, we’re shining a light on a side of moviemaking where most folks don’t talk about the emotional and mental toll of getting up close and personal on screen.
Love Lies Bleeding’s S*x Deeply Affected The Cameraman
The steamy s*x scenes in Love Lies Bleeding really got to the cameraman. Kristen Stewart’s co-star Katy O’Brian spilled the beans on how those scenes went down and let’s just say, it wasn’t all hot and bothered like you might think.
In an interview with People magazine, Katy, a former cop and bodybuilder, spilled that there was a lot of not-so-s*xy work involved in getting those intimate moments with Stewart’s Lou and Dave Franco’s JJ just right.
Director Rose Glass, also chatted with the magazine, revealing that before they even roll the cameras, the actors and intimacy coordinators have a sit-down to hash out what they’re cool with and exactly what’s gonna happen in the scene. They even have these detailed contracts about who’s showing what and from which angle.
But once the cameras start rolling, it’s all about the technical stuff, angles, mics, and choreography. Glass joked that sometimes they’re more worried about the cameras falling than the steamy action on screen.
She even mentioned one scene shot in a tiny bathroom that had the cameraman’s arms ready to drop. She revealed,
“[The] poor [camera operator] was just standing there probably with his arms about to fall off. Even though he’s got these beautiful women making out and ‘having s*x’ in front of him, he’s like, ‘No, please make them stop. My arms hurt.”
However, behind the scenes, it’s not just about the technical stuff. There’s a real emotional toll that comes with filming intimate scenes, for the crew as well as the actors. But hey, at least the outcome was peak Stewart.
Love Lies Bleeding Showcases Kristen Stewart’s Finest Performance To Date
In Love Lies Bleeding, the Twilight star really shines. The movie is a wild ride, with muscles flexing, blood pumping, and electronic beats blasting. It’s a s*xy, gritty neo-noir filled with sweat, blood, and even bug guts.
But don’t think it’s just another predictable flick. The filmmaker Glass throws in some unexpected twists like Ed Harris munching on beetles. The film is a bit melodramatic and flashy at times, which might not work for everyone.
Still, it’s close to being the ultimate actress movie. Stewart plays Lou, a tough gym worker who falls for a wandering bodybuilder named Jackie, played by the 35-year-old.
This role gives Stewart a chance to really show off her acting chops. She nails it, proving once again that she’s a versatile talent who can handle any role thrown her way.
