Key Points:
- Emily Blunt reflects on her career journey and highlights her collaboration with John Krasinski on A Quiet Place.
- Discussed potential sequels for The Devil Wears Prada and Jungle Cruise.
- Shared her experiences with stardom, industry challenges, and working with acclaimed directors like Christopher Nolan.
Emily Blunt Reflects on Collaborations and Career Challenges
Emily Blunt captivated the audience during an “In Conversation With” session at the fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The British actress, known for her versatility, candidly shared insights about her career, including her journey from shy beginnings to Hollywood stardom.
Blunt recounted how her mother, an actress who gave up her dreams to raise four children, influenced her perspective on the industry.
She emphasized, “The industry can be hard on people. You need a helmet for it.”
Blunt also opened up about overcoming her childhood stutter, describing creative work as “an unlocking system” that empowered her.
“Every time I am scared, I probably get used to the idea that I get there somehow,” she said.
While discussing her approach to roles, Blunt shared that uncertainty drives her creativity.
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From Oppenheimer to The Devil Wears Prada: Revisiting Key Projects
Blunt lauded Christopher Nolan’s collaborative style while reflecting on her role in Oppenheimer, describing him as a filmmaker who “has changed the face of cinema.” She praised Cillian Murphy, her co-star, calling him “a dear friend” and joking that he’s “the last person who should be famous” due to his aversion to the spotlight.
The conversation also turned to The Devil Wears Prada, a film that continues to resonate with audiences.
Blunt revealed, “There (are) rumblings. There is stuff churning around” about a potential sequel, though she stopped short of confirming anything.
She fondly reflected on her collaborations with Meryl Streep and her enduring connection to co-star Stanley Tucci, now her brother-in-law.
She humorously admitted, “I don’t know anything about Nietzsche.”
Her breakout role in My Summer of Love also came up, with Blunt recalling the challenge of improvising scenes on topics like Nietzsche.
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Emily Blunt on A Quiet Place and Working with John Krasinski
Blunt opened up about her initial nerves working with her husband, John Krasinski, on A Quiet Place. Despite her reservations, she was captivated by the script’s unique premise. Initially suggesting a friend for the role, she ultimately took it herself, describing the audience reaction as “like a rock concert.” The film’s unexpected success, according to Blunt, was “this meteoric thing that none of us had expected.”
She highlighted Krasinski’s intense writing process, quipping, “He’ll think about it for weeks, storyboards it, and then writes it in a week.”
This dedication, she noted, often sees him retreating into “a cave” during creative phases.
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Looking Ahead: Sequels, Superheroes, and Unique Roles
When asked about a Jungle Cruise sequel, Blunt humorously urged a young fan to “put a call in to Bob Iger at Disney.” She also teased an upcoming project with Dwayne Johnson, The Smashing Machine, describing it as “very intense” and cautioning younger viewers to wait for it.
Blunt expressed openness to playing a superhero but joked, “I always thought Mary Poppins was my superhero.”
Her portrayal of the iconic character leaned on the acerbic wit of the original books, providing “a different angle” from Julie Andrews’ beloved interpretation.
Blunt emphasized her preference for diverse roles, saying, “I would like not to repeat myself. I’d like to find out how many crazy people I have inside of me.”
She added that she’s drawn to “bold, wild ideas” and characters who are “way in over their head.”
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The Legacy of a Hollywood Star
Throughout the session, Blunt entertained the crowd with anecdotes, including working with Dame Judi Dench, whom she described as “so graceful and silly and warm.” She also reflected on the differences between Hollywood and British productions, noting the latter’s less hierarchical approach.
Blunt’s ongoing ventures include producing more films, though she remains unsure about writing or directing. In her words, tweaking scenes is one thing, but creating an entire film is a challenge she hasn’t embraced yet.
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Concluding the session, Blunt expressed admiration for Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Pérez, describing it as “a completely singular experience.”
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
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