Key Takeaways:
– Award-winning actress Lupita N'yongo had to deal with her fear of cats for her role in A Quiet Place: Day One.
– The movie features N'yongo's character stranded in NYC, accompanied by a cat, during an alien invasion.
– Despite her fear, N'yongo underwent cat therapy to get comfortable with cats before she could embrace her role.
– N'yongo successfully conquered her fear and even adopted a cat in real life, named Yoyo.
Overcoming Our Fears
Sometimes, one might have to face fears head-on, even when they're considered irrational. One such example comes straight from Hollywood's corridors, namely from Lupita N'yongo. Despite having an irrational fear of cats, she overcame this challenge for her part in ‘A Quiet Place: Day One'. One of her co-stars was a cat, making the situation slightly nerve-wracking.
The Plot and the Challenge
In ‘A Quiet Place: Day One', N'yongo plays Sam, a young woman who finds herself all alone in New York City amid a spontaneous alien invasion. She isn't entirely alone, though, as she's accompanied by Frodo, her cat. The cat, played by two different cats named Schnitzel and Nico, represented a big concern for N'yongo. She recalls telling Digital Spy, “I loved the character and the story, but the cat was a sticking point for me.“
A Twist in the Tale
N'yongo had even spoken to the movie's director, Michael Sarnoski, about replacing the cat with a different animal. Unfortunately for her, he insisted on keeping the cat in the script. This created a challenging environment for N'yongo. She loved the role but also feared the prospect of working alongside a cat.
Turning Fear into Opportunity
The best solution turned out to be cat therapy. To get comfortable with her eerie co-star, N'yongo decided to ditch the fear and face it head-on. In her therapy, she started with letting two cats roam around her. With each session, she became more acquainted with cats, enough to eventually hold one comfortably during filming.
The Happy Ending
Surprisingly, not only did N'yongo get over her fear, but she also developed a newfound love for cats. She adopted a cat named Yoyo in real life and shared on Instagram about embracing change and new possibilities. This story of her transformation and personal growth is as compelling as her actual role in the movie.
‘A Quiet Place: Day One' is currently playing in theaters, promising an exciting blend of suspense, action, and a touch of personal bravery from its star Lupita N'yongo. Remember to check out the movie review by our in-house film critic, Chris Bumbray. It's always interesting to see these behind-the-scenes stories of Hollywood stars, their struggles, and how they overcome their fears for their craft. Lupita N'yongo's journey is truly an inspiring one.
Remember, fear is only as deep as the mind allows! Even Hollywood stars like Lupita N'yongo deal with irrational fears just like us
But when life demands it, we all find ways to conquer and grow stronger. N'yongo's story is a powerful reminder that change and growth are always possible if you're willing to face your fears.
