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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Ellie Muir

Orlando Bloom defends controversial sisters scene in new Werner Herzog film

  • Orlando Bloom has discussed his controversial threesome scene with real-life sisters Rooney and Kate Mara in director Werner Herzog 's new film, Bucking Fastard .
  • Bloom portrays Gareth Mulroney, a man who enters a romantic relationship with intertwined sisters Joan and Jean Holbrooke, who dress identically, speak in unison, and fall in love with the same man.
  • Speaking at the San Sebastián Film Festival, Bloom described the intimate scene as a sincere moment reflecting carnal desires, noting that his character is a simple man who quickly gets out of his depth.
  • Director Werner Herzog revealed he stepped back during the scene's filming to give the actors complete freedom, praising the resulting moment for its unique charm and emotional depth.
  • The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival on 3 September and explores how the relationship eventually sours, culminating in Mulroney taking the sisters to court over property damage.

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Orlando Bloom addresses controversial threesome scene with real-life sisters Rooney and Kate Mara in new film

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