Despite receiving positive reviews from critics, the behind-the-scenes report, unfortunately, overshadowed much of Don’t Worry Darling's press tour. From leaked text messages to video to the Internet's simply bizarre accusation that Harry Styles spat on Chris Pine, it's debut at the Venice Film Festival had the eyes of the world watching - and showed how the movie's lead, Florence Pugh, rose above any potential drama.
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Florence has done very little press for the film – instead opting to attend the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival with her grandma Pat in tow, where she wowed fans with her incredible looks and enjoyed an aperol spritz while rocking Valentino. So much has the actress risen above the drama, we think her lead has secured her place as Hollywood's newest royalty...
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After a leaked video revealed that Olivia asked Shia to return to the film, saying that “little Miss Flo” had a wake-up call following unexplained recent events, it would have been reasonable to expect Florence to release a response. Instead, her closest referral to the situation was during an interview in Venice, when she was asked what she found inspiring in the film. She said: “I think it's very very inspiring to see a woman push back and say 'no', and question everything. It's very exciting to see a woman do that on and off camera.”
But when asked exactly what she meant, she joked: “When do I say 'no'? When someone says I can't have cake.”
Florence wit the Don't Worry Darling cast
Florence attended the premiere screening, photo call and red carpet, but didn’t attend the press conference due to filming commitments for Dune Part 2. However, she shared plenty of snaps during her time in Venice - and appeared to playfully reference the situation in a way you may not have expected. In one snap, her makeup artist can be seen wearing a ‘Miss Flo’ T-shirt while helping her get ready.
Her glam team wore 'Miss Flo' T-shirts
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The gracious star also reached out to her fellow cast mates via Instagram, writing: “I’m still taking it all in! Qwoaaar. What a moment this was? A massive congratulations to everyone standing on that carpet. We premiered in Venice! A huge wonderful win in itself. I’d never been to the Venice Film Festival before.. It was mega! The crowds! The cheers! The energy was incredible.
Florence at the Venice Film Festival
“And to all the cast and crew as well who helped to make this movie, thank you for all of your hard work. We genuinely wouldn’t have been there without your talent and we appreciate it hugely. I also just can’t help but post how bloody cute and hilarious Chris Pine is for being the no.1 photographer, getting down on white pressed trousered knees for angles.. now that’s dedication. Love you Chrissy.”
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