The name of Nick Fury and Samuel L. Jackson have become synonymous. It is over the course of 11 movies in which Jackson flawlessly embodied the iconic character. Though he had a few cameos in some films, it was in Secret Invasion that he finally took center stage. This remarkable installment delved into Nick Fury’s background, revealing his identity as a black man who grew up in America. Secret Invasion provided Jackson with an opportunity to explore his character’s strengths and complexities beyond being a non-superpowered human in the MCU.

There was a particular incident when Samuel L. Jackson encountered some issues with a movie that featured Sydney Sweeney as part of the cast.

What was the issue that Samuel L. Jackson had?

Sweeney and Jackson share a common connection through their collaborations with acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino. Jackson’s remarkable journey in Tarantino’s films, from Pulp Fiction to The Hateful Eight, has left an indelible mark on cinema history. However, it was in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood that Jackson encountered difficulties, alongside several other black actors. It was because of a perceived lack of diversity in the movie. As per Vulture, Jackson said, “But when I saw Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, I mean, how many Black people are in that movie? Maybe three.”

At the young age of 21, Sweeney successfully landed a role in the movie, while Jackson faced difficulties. It was reminiscent of his experience in Goodfellas, where it was just him and one other person. Tarantino’s films have been criticized for their lack of diversity, which Jackson candidly addressed while working on Secret Invasion. This major issue raises doubts about Jackson’s potential involvement in Tarantino’s final film. It leaves fans curious about the fate of their collaboration and whether the acclaimed director will seize the opportunity to embrace more inclusive casting choices.

Sweeney had a notable presence in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, even though her role was not a major one. Despite this, she had the incredible opportunity to share the screen with some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

The one time when Sydney Sweeney impressed Tarantino

In the movie Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Sweeney took on the minor, yet memorable role of Dianne Lake. Despite her character’s limited screen time, Sweeney had the incredible opportunity to share the spotlight with Hollywood heavyweights Margot Robbie, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Brad Pitt. Embodying the nickname ‘Snake’ Sweeney brought a playful energy to her portrayal. She delighted the audience as she playfully rolled around in the grass, pretending to be a slithering serpent.

In a revelation, Sweeney shared how she left a lasting impression on Tarantino during her audition for the role. Going above and beyond, Sweeney wrote an extraordinary in-character letter to Charles Manson as part of an extra credit assignment. Little did she know that this bold and imaginative gesture would secure her a place alongside A-listers in the movie.

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