Key Takeaways:
– Tom Holland requested Jon Bernthal to rough him up to add real stress to a particular scene in 2017’s movie ‘Pilgrimage’.
– Despite initially declining, Bernthal surprised Holland by slapping him during the scene, which led to an exceptional performance.
– Holland has expressed his desire to work with Bernthal again in future projects.
– Bernthal has praised Holland’s acting skills and work ethic, hailing him as one of his best co-stars.
Tom Holland’s Method Approach in ‘Pilgrimage’
Renowned primarily for his portrayal of Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), actor Tom Holland has, over the years, showcased his impressive acting versatility in a number of dramatic films. In 2017, before his iconic web-slinging solo debut, Holland starred in a medieval drama titled ‘Pilgrimage’. Playing the character of Brother Diarmuid, he embarked on a risky journey with a group of monks to transport a relic to Rome.
Co-star Jon Bernthal, also an MCU star known for his role as the Punisher, portrayed a mute laborer in the film. There was one particular scene that posed a challenge for Holland, an intense moment that required him to tap into his deeper emotions. To fully immerse himself, he made an unusual request to Bernthal, as he recalled in a Hot Ones interview.
Holland asked for Bernthal’s help to bring out the scene’s tight tension through physical exertion, indicating his method acting approach. Despite Bernthal’s initial refusal to rough Holland up, a surprise slap elevated the scene’s performance, showcasing their much-praised camaraderie on-screen.
Bernthal’s Surprise and Their Potential MCU Reunion
While Bernthal was quite taken aback by Holland’s unusual request initially, he eventually acquiesced during the shooting, delivering a surprising blow that intensified the scene. Holland fondly recalls this unforeseen twist, expressing a wish to collaborate with Bernthal in the future.
Despite the film’s lackluster box office performance, grossing just $23,689 against a €4.7 million budget, the bonding between the co-stars was evident. Fans of the MCU are eager to see if Holland’s wish to reunite with Bernthal could manifest with the Punisher returning in the upcoming Daredevil: Born Again.
Bernthal Praises Holland as Best Co-Star
Bernthal has spoken highly of his experience working with Holland on the set of ‘Pilgrimage’. In an interview with Collider, he labeled Holland an incredible actor and one of the best co-stars he’s worked with, admiring his work ethic and inner strength.
The two actors had a considerable amount of screen time together, sharing emotionally charged moments that required a deep connection between their characters. With this bond transcending the film’s script, Bernthal praised Holland for his contribution to the film.
The Future for Holland and Bernthal
Looking ahead, Bernthal has recently completed his stint as The Punisher in Daredevil: Born Again. There have also been rumors about Holland staring in Spider-Man 4 this year. With fans yearning for a collision of these two popular characters, it would be a thrill to witness the two actors share screen space again in the MCU realm.
The 2017 drama Pilgrimage is available to watch on Apple TV+. Although the film did not fare well in terms of box office performance, the exploration of Holland’s acting range and on-screen chemistry with Bernthal surely made the journey, quite a unique one.
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