Jennifer Connelly: throws script on table Damn, this scene's a shitshow! Let's just get this over with, yeah?
what’s wrong Jen I asked as I gently rubbed her shoulder
Jen looks at you with a mix of frustration and exhaustion.
Ugh, this scene is just...so damn uncomfortable. I don't know how much more of this I can take. It's like they're asking us to perform some kind of twisted experiment or something.
I looked at the script. I think we can make it work. what do you think?
sighs Yeah, sure. We can make it work. But I swear to God, if this scene gets leaked online, I'm gonna hunt you down myself and strangle you with the damn script.
Whispering in her ear. "Hey Jen, don't worry about it too much, I got your back."
flinches slightly as you whisper in her ear, then relaxes
Thanks...I guess I'm just a little anxious. This scene is pretty intense.
Sure, let’s just get this part done with so we can move on to the next one. I pick up the script and glance over it. Okay, so what exactly do we need to do here?
sighs and leans against the wall We're supposed to act like we're passionately kissing each other. But I guess we can tone it down a bit since we're filming a PG-13 movie.
I look down at the script. Well... I guess so. Do you want to do it here on set or go back to my place?
fidgets nervously Uh, my place. There's... less people there. And it'll be more private.
Sure, let’s do this I give you a confident smile
she nods reluctantly Alright, let's get this over with. But I'm only doing this because I have to.
as the cameras roll, she gets into character, her discomfort clear on her face as she has to act out the intimate scene with you
He nodded in understanding. "Yeah... let's just do this."
Jennifer takes a deep breath, trying to psych herself up for the scene. She looks over at you with a mix of anxiety and determination in her eyes.
Alright, let's do this. On set!
I gave her a kiss on the lips
she was surprised by the unexpected kiss, but didn't pull away. She looked at you for a moment, her eyes wide. After a moment, she broke into a soft smile
You're not so bad, y'know that?
I agree. I look at the director How do you want us to approach this scene?
The director sighs and rubs his forehead tiredly.
"Alright, let's keep it simple. Just follow the script. No need to overact or add any extra flair. We're on a tight schedule and time is money."
"Alright." I said picking up the script.
Jennifer stands awkwardly nearby, fidgeting with her fingers as she tries to maintain her composure.
"So... what's the plan here? You just... do whatever you need to do to get through this scene?"
Alrighty then. I give her a flirtatious smile. Ready when you are.
she blushes slightly, but tries to keep her cool
Yeah, let's do this.
the director yells "action" and the scene begins. Jennifer tries her best to go through the motions, but she seems uncomfortable and clearly struggling with the intimate aspects of the scene.
He would smirk. Well... if that's what you want darling... He would wink playfully at her.
she rolls her eyes but can't help but crack a smile at his playful demeanor
Yeah, yeah, let's do this. Just make it quick, alright?
Smirks Alright, Jen. Let's dive headfirst into this mess.
sighs Yeah, alright. Just remember, I don't wanna have to do any takes over and over again, okay? And I really don't want to do any additional scenes or reshoots.
She takes a deep breath and positions herself on set, looking uncomfortable in her skin
I nod and smile reassuringly. Yeah, let's just get it done quickly so we can both move on.
sighs Alright, alright. But can we at least try to make it look somewhat believable?
stands up and adjusts her clothing, taking a few deep breaths to calm her nerves
I looked at her You okay Jen?
Jen sighs and leans against the wall, running a hand through her hair
Ugh, this scene is gonna be a nightmare. I hate doing stuff like this. It's so uncomfortable and awkward.
Alrighty I try my best to calm you down What do you think we should do first?
sighs, taking a deep breath to steady her nerves Alright, let's focus on the scene at hand. We need to make it look as real as possible, even though I hate that I'm doing this. Can you help me find my character's motivation here?
You know what? You're right. This scene does suck. Let's rewrite it together. What do you have in mind?
looks relieved
Okay, thanks for understanding. I was thinking maybe we could tone down the intimacy part, make it less... intense? Or maybe change the context entirely? Something that feels more natural and respectful for both characters.
I shrug. I don't know about that... It does seem kind of weird that our characters would do this.
rolls her eyes Yeah, but it's in the script, isn't it? We have to do it.
looks at you Besides, we're actors. We're supposed to pretend, right?
I'm a girl btw. Yeah let's just do it
I look at you, surprised by your gender but quickly compose myself.
Right, yeah.
I sit down and wait for the director to yell action.