Actor Michael Cera has shared his experience of working with singer Rihanna on the set of the 2013 horror comedy This Is the End. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Cera recounted the real slap Rihanna gave him during filming and how he convinced her to do it.
The Real Slap
Cera explained that he thought a real slap from Rihanna would look better in the film than a fake one. He said he didn’t have to persuade her much to do it and that the final cut used the footage of Rihanna’s real slap. The actor added that he was into it and had no regrets, even though the slap disoriented him by hitting his ear.
This Is the End
This Is the End is a horror comedy directed and written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. It is based on the short film Jay and Seth Versus the Apocalypse by Jason Stone. The film features a cast of actors playing fictionalized versions of themselves, including James Franco, Jonah Hill, Rogen, Jay Baruchel, Danny McBride, Craig Robinson, Cera, and Emma Watson.
Star-Studded Cast
The film also features appearances by Backstreet Boys, Paul Rudd, Aziz Ansari, Mindy Kaling, Kevin Hart, and Channing Tatum. This star-studded cast added to the film’s success and popularity among audiences.
Michael Cera’s experience of working with Rihanna on This Is the End highlights the commitment of actors to their craft and the lengths they will go to in order to create believable and entertaining performances. The film’s success is a testament to the talent of its cast and crew and the appeal of its unique blend of horror and comedy.