“Se- scenes are very rarely sex--”- Andrew Garfield Lifts the Lid on Uncomfortable Truth Behind On-Screen Steamy Scenes

Published 12/22/2024, 12:32 AM EST

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Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh's on-screen chemistry in We Live in Time sent shockwaves through the internet. As captivating as it was, their dramatic and intense storylines, topped with the steamy scenes between the two actors, truly left a lasting impression. The scenes sparked widespread discussion, with many hailing the duo as one of the most compelling on-screen pairs in recent memory. However, according to Garfield, filming those scenes was not as enjoyable as they appeared, revealing a more complex reality behind the sizzling on-screen moments. 

Offering a glimpse into the challenges of bringing such scenes to life, Garfield narrated a hilarious tale about how it ended up in embarrassment for them all.

Andrew Garfield enlists the challenges actors face during intimate scenes

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Speaking in The Graham Norton Show, Andrew Garfield opened up about filming sex scenes of his latest hit We Live In Time, stating they are "se- scenes are very rarely se--" for actors. He described the experience as nerve-wracking and vulnerable, requiring a lot of courage to be naked in front of someone you are only professionally acquainted with. This takes a significant amount of strength, he admitted.

Garfield further emphasized the importance of creating a safe space, particularly for women, to bring their full potential and craft to such scenes. He acknowledged the challenges women face in these situations. This calls for a secure and respectful environment to ensure they feel comfortable and empowered to perform at their best, described the star, underscoring how they did the same for Florence Pugh.

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However comfortable it was, the scenes were not as smooth as it felt for fans behind the screen. At least not for Florence Pugh.

Florence Pugh definitely did not enjoy the intimate scenes or so says, Andrew Garfield

Following the challenges, Andrew Garfield shed light on his own behind-the-scenes story about filming the intimate scenes with Florence Pugh. He recalled being nervous, as there were only a few crew members present, including the boom operator, camera operator, and photography director. After initial takes, the actor admitted how they became fully immersed in the scene, with their intimacy coordinator guiding them.

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"We were so into it that we don't hear cut," Garfield revealed. They just looked at each other, aware that they were both on edge due to the demanding scene. The situation turned humorous when Garfield realized the entire crew had turned their backs, embarrassed. According to the star, all of Pugh's brilliance and jubilation too vanished as she exclaimed, "Oh my god its the most embarrassing thing of my life" as the take ended. As Garfield enjoys the success of We Live in Time, he has a Martin Scorsese project lined up for himself which is still in the works. 

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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