Orlando Bloom stars in the upcoming drama film Bucking Fastard alongside sisters Rooney and Kate Mara, where he recently discussed filming a sincere threesome scene for the project.
Orlando Bloom Details Sincere On-Set Threesome Scene
The actor plays a sensitive character who finds himself out of his depth alongside the Mara sisters, who also portray siblings on screen.
“There is such simplicity to the characters and their carnal desires, but also an innocence to the sisters,” Bloom said, as reported by Variety. He added that his character, described as the titular “Bucking Fastard,” is sensitive and quickly out of his depth in the scene.
Werner Herzog Stepped Back During Intimate Direction
Director Werner Herzog explained his hands-off approach to filming the sensitive sequence, noting that direct instructions were unnecessary.
“I said to Orlando: ‘You are in bed, and you have two women in your arms. How you deal with it, I cannot give instructions,'” Herzog recalled, according to Us Magazine. Herzog described the resulting sequence as beautiful, noting it carries charm and depth.
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The Mara Sisters Share Screen First
The film marks the first time real-life sisters Rooney Mara and Kate Mara have acted together in a feature project.
“To be able to play this role with my sister was just a dream really,” Kate Mara told People, describing the experience as feeling totally right. The film also stars Domhnall Gleeson and Hugh O’Conor, having made its world premiere earlier at the Venice Film Festival.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bucking Fastard about?
The film follows sisters Jean and Joan Holbrooke—played by Rooney and Kate Mara—who are so close they speak in unison, share the same dreams, and love the same man, according to the official film synopsis reported by Us Magazine.
Who directed Bucking Fastard?
The film was written and directed by Werner Herzog.
Who else stars in the film alongside Orlando Bloom and the Mara sisters?
The cast also features Domhnall Gleeson and Hugh O’Conor.
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