Rosamund Pike revealed that she encountered a distressing situation during her audition for the movie “Die Another Day.”
She disclosed that she was instructed to undress to her undergarments as part of the audition process, despite eventually landing the role.
In a conversation during an “Audible Session” promoting the audio book for Jane Austen’s “Sense & Sensibility,” which she narrated, Pike recounted the unsettling experience.
She shared how she was initially asked to remove her dress and appear in just her underwear for the audition.
However, Pike displayed remarkable determination by refusing to comply with the request.
She recalled thinking, “If they want to see me in my underwear, they should hire me for the job.”
This empowered stance led her to decide against disrobing during the audition, fearing the footage might be circulated and impact her prospects negatively.
For the audition, Pike opted to wear a silk gown belonging to her grandmother, assuming it would be appropriate for the formal setting.
Yet, she received feedback from the costume designer that the attire was not aligned with the typical aesthetic of female characters in Bond films.
The designer presented her with revealing outfits, indicating that was the style preferred for such movies.
Realizing the stark disparity between her expectations and the industry standards, Pike admitted feeling overwhelmed and out of her depth.
Despite the pressure to conform, she stood her ground and refused to compromise her comfort and integrity by shedding her clothing during the audition process.
Pike ultimately embraced a shimmering sheath or a similar outfit for the audition, adhering to the expectations set by the production team.
Although she navigated through this challenging situation, she expressed her discomfort with the distinct environment prevalent in the film industry at the time.
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