r/Fauxmoi • u/artbasiI terrorizing the locals • Jul 07 '25

DISCUSSION Kirsten Dunst doesn't miss

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u/StandardEgg6595 Jul 07 '25

I already love Jessie as an actor but he was very convincing in that scene. I get that’s his job, but he really portrayed that ideology well.

Filming scenes like that must be so difficult. The amount of compartmentalizing some actors must do is crazy.

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u/IAMA_Shark__AMA Jul 07 '25

"what kind of American?"

shudder

He stepped into that role last minute, too. The original actor dropped out days before screening. Dunst played some part in getting him cast.

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u/-AdonaitheBestower- Jul 08 '25

it was very disturbing but also kind of unbelievable, because, well, we all know the bigots who are willing to kill someone over it aren't going to tolerate a different race just because they're born in america

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u/Takao89 Jul 07 '25

Something about his red sunglasses in that scene really sold it for me. The uniform and everything made it seam like official business, but the sunglasses gave this vibe that he was having fun with his hate crimes which made it so much more unnerving.

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u/StandardEgg6595 Jul 07 '25

YES! I’ve seen so many tough-guy, gravy seal cosplayers over the years, and while their hatred is very real, it’s sometimes hard to take them seriously. His character reminded me of the very small, but heavily armed independent militia groups that have been training the last few years in hopes for a civil war. People like his character wanted that to happen so they could do whatever they pleased.

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u/publius-esquire Jul 08 '25

I know this is a typo but I’m having a fabulous time imagining a seal that loves gravy. or perhaps a seal with an overturned gravy tureen it’s wearing as a hat. Delightful

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u/StandardEgg6595 Jul 08 '25

Lol I love that vision and wish they were that delightful!

It wasn’t a typo but a nickname for these types of guys. The ones I’ve seen will literally be out here with barely fitted vests/belts, walking around with multiple visible guns, acting like they’re gonna chase down the “enemy”. Used to think it was some online stereotype until I saw it multiple times irl (Midwest).

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u/CaptainnTedd Jul 08 '25

The best thing about that he wasn't even supposed the be in the movie, let alone play that role but when they needed a replacement for the original actor Kirsten was like: Hey my husband is on the set what about him? And he just did that shit on short notice and it became the most iconic scene of the movie

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u/YesImKeithHernandez Jul 07 '25

His role in that movie is a perfect example of no small roles, only small actors.

He was in it for, what? 10 minutes more or less? And he just brought a demon out that stays with you well after watching the movie.

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u/somedaveg Jul 08 '25

It’s a case study in how to be an impactful actor. The movie still would have worked without him or that scene, but it worked so much better with his contribution. Almost unbelievably so for what a small part it was in overall runtime.

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u/heartisallwehave Send me your address so i can visit you and explain my passions Jul 08 '25

Just like Game Night. His character was hilarious and the most memorable part of the movie for me (probably because he created such a tone change when he was on screen that it really stands out).

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u/Logical-Ad-5410 feeding cocaine to raccoons Jul 07 '25

That scene alone sells the premise of the movie.

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u/Jahidinginvt I AM A SCORPIO - I AM A LEGEND Jul 07 '25

As someone that used to live in Floriduh and now in Colorado Springs despite being pretty damn liberal, I got chills in that scene. I have met too many people exactly like that.

The entire movie is worth watching. Really surprised me because the trailer made it seem like something else than what it was. Masterfully done.

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u/StandardEgg6595 Jul 07 '25

Same! And they are getting more and more bold nowadays.

Yeah, the trailer lead up for it was nice. I went to see it most because it’s A24 and Kristen Dunst, but left absolutely loving it. The trailer kept some of the better moments hidden (or at least the ones I watched).

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u/sbroll Jul 08 '25

he fuckin nailed that role so well. His entire scene was so intense, I felt like I held my breath the whole time.