Shia LaBeouf, known for his role as an outlaw bootlegger in the movie, recently disclosed that he persuaded director Lars von Trier to cast him by sending real s** tapes featuring himself and his girlfriend.
The actor revealed this during an interview with Chelsea Handler on E!
Entertainment’s Chelsea Lately.
The authenticity of LaBeouf’s claim about sending s** tapes remains uncertain, but he has previously mentioned that the intimate scenes in the upcoming film, Nymphomaniac, directed by Lars von Trier, will be genuine.
LaBeouf emphasized that the movie would not hold back on its content, with a disclaimer on the script indicating that all actions deemed illegal would be captured in blurred images, while everything else would be depicted as it unfolds.
Nymphomaniac, Von Trier’s first project since 2011’s Melancholia, will follow the life of a woman played by Charlotte Gainsbourg, depicting her s**ual escapades from youth to middle age.
Joining the cast are Stellan Skarsgard as her husband, and possibly Nicole Kidman in a minor role.
Production for the film is scheduled to commence the following month.
When asked about his motivation for pursuing the role, LaBeouf expressed his anticipation for the unexpected, highlighting the challenges of working with a daring director like Von Trier.
He emphasized the unconventional nature of the film, stating his readiness to embrace the uniqueness of the project.
In addition to his candid remarks about Nymphomaniac, LaBeouf shared details about his involvement in other projects, such as a crime comedy titled The Necessary Death of Charlie Countryman.
He disclosed preparing for a pivotal scene by experimenting with LSD, contrasting his approach to method acting with the experiences of acclaimed actors like Sean Penn.
Transitioning away from mainstream Hollywood productions, LaBeouf has embraced independent filmmaking, citing a desire to work with visionary directors in a more liberated creative environment.
Expressing frustration with the constraints of studio-backed projects, he praised the autonomy afforded by indie filmmakers, contrasting their approach to that of major studios.
Lawless, the prohibition-era drama featuring LaBeouf alongside an ensemble cast including Gary Oldman, Tom Hardy, and Jessica Chastain, opened in theaters recently.
LaBeouf’s unorthodox methods and candid revelations continue to spark intrigue and discussion surrounding his evolving career choices and artistic pursuits.
