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Natalie Portman: Unveiling the Discomfort of s** Scenes

Natalie Portman, a renowned 42-year-old actress, recently shared her sentiments on s** scenes, acknowledging that they always stir up feelings of discomfort for her.

In her latest role in the s** scandal drama ‘May December,’ she portrays the character Elizabeth Berry, delving into the life of Julianne Moore’s character, Gracie Atherton-Yoo.

The plot thickens as Gracie is discovered engaging in a s**ual encounter with Joe, her teenage colleague played by Charles Melton, within the confines of a pet store stockroom.

The narrative takes a chilling twist when Elizabeth hears a mysterious voice resonating through the mirror, whispering the words, “You’re … Gracie.”

Despite the challenging nature of such scenes, Natalie emphasized the importance of good and transparent communication among the cast before filming these intimate moments.

She expressed to Radio Times magazine how discomfort often lingers during such scenes, but the team managed to navigate through it by fostering open dialogue.

Natalie highlighted the value of intimacy coordinators, especially in settings that may breed discomfort or tension, providing a structured approach to such delicate sequences.

Gratified by the reception of the movie, Natalie, known for her role in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder,’ ventured into production alongside her friend Sophie Mas, establishing their company, MountainA.

Their inaugural film, a Todd Haynes-directed melodrama, garnered attention at Cannes and secured a noteworthy deal with Netflix amounting to $11 million.

Reflecting on the movie, Sophie shared insights with The Hollywood Reporter, expressing their admiration for its unexpected nature.

While some reviews labeled the film as campy, the creators found its ambiguity in tone intriguing, leaving viewers uncertain whether to laugh sincerely or ironically.

In the realm of filmmaking, placing faith in the script is paramount, and the team behind ‘May December’ felt a strong conviction in their work.

Despite facing challenges, such as showcasing the movie late at night after a prominent screening, the audience resonated with subtle cues like Julianne Moore’s humorous line about lacking hot dogs.

This understanding of the film’s tone reinforced their confidence in the project.

Sophie further elaborated on the journey of financing the movie independently and the subsequent sale to Netflix, which symbolized a validation of