Dealing with Fears: An Actor’s Challenge
Sometimes, life asks us to face our biggest fears. Imagine having that fear be essential to your work, much like the situation Oscar-winning actress Lupita N’yongo found herself in. You might be surprised to hear that Lupita was actually afraid of cats, but she had to overcome it for a role in her latest movie, ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’.
Becoming Sam: A Character in Alien Invasion
In her new flick, Lupita plays a character named Sam. She’s in New York City when out of the blue, aliens invade. It’s a scary situation, right? The cherry on top is that she’s got a cat named Frodo keeping her company. The role of Frodo is played by two cute cats, Schnitzel, and Nico. Now, this was something Lupita was worried about. She even told Digital Spy that while she loved her character and the story, the inclusion of a cat was a bit of a problem.
Conversations with the Director: A Point of Contention
Lupita had a chat with the film’s director, Michael Sarnoski, trying to get him to replace the cat with some other pet. But no such luck. He stuck to his guns, insisting on keeping the cat in the script. This made things a bit hard for Lupita. As much as she was keen on the role, she was equally scared of working closely with a cat.
Cat Therapy: The Solution to the Problem
Instead of letting fear win, Lupita took up cat therapy. This meant that she had to let two cats wander around her to get used to their presence. With every session, Lupita felt more and more comfortable around these furry friends. So much so, she could even hold one comfortably during her film shoots.
Embracing Fear: A Happy Twist
The most surprising thing about this whole affair was that Lupita not only overcame her fear but she actually ended up liking cats. She even took a step further by adopting a real-life cat she named Yoyo. She posted her new love for cats on Instagram, talking about accepting change and exploring new possibilities.
‘A Quiet Place: Day One’: In Theatres Now!
‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ is now playing in theatres. It’s a thrilling mix of suspense, action, and a showcase of real bravery from Lupita N’yongo herself. Don’t forget to check out the movie review by our own film critic, Chris Bumbray.
Lupita N’yongo’s story is super inspiring. It teaches us how important it is to face our fears. In her case, it truly brought about a positive change. The lesson we learn from Lupita’s journey is that fear is only as big as we allow it to be. Even big Hollywood stars like Lupita have to deal with irrational fears, just like the rest of us.
In conclusion, Lupita N’yongo conquering her cat-phobia is proof that we can overcome any fears we may have, if we decide to take them head on. So, next time you’re scared about something, remember Lupita’s story!
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