Why Did Mila Kunis Fear Working with Daniel Craig?
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Synopsis
Mila Kunis shares her initial fears about collaborating with Daniel Craig on 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'. Discover how their partnership evolved from uncertainty to a harmonious working relationship that set a positive tone on set.
Key Takeaways
- Mila Kunis had initial reservations about working with Daniel Craig.
- Her fears turned to appreciation as Craig set a positive tone on set.
- The film is directed by Rian Johnson.
- It is part of the Knives Out film series.
- Collaboration in filmmaking can lead to great team dynamics.
Los Angeles, Sep 8 (NationPress) Actress Mila Kunis expressed her apprehension about collaborating with Hollywood icon Daniel Craig, fearing their partnership could "go either way" as they joined forces for the upcoming film “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.”
The duo collaborated in Rian Johnson's latest project, and Kunis shared her optimistic view regarding working alongside the former James Bond star, citing his wife Rachel Weisz as "such a wonderful human".
"I thought, 'There’s no way that (Craig) won’t be a wonderful person to work with... (But on day one I thought) 'This could go either which way. This is going to be a really lovely production, or we’re going to be in our own (bubbles, and) it’s going to be fine,'" she told people.com.
Within just two hours, Daniel established a positive atmosphere for both the cast and crew, Kunis remarked.
She elaborated, "When you step onto the set every morning, it’s just like a lovely: 'We’ve got this, we’re going to have fun, we’re going to do it, we’re going to work hard, but we’re going to respect one another.' And it was the same every single day. And he’s (Craig) got a lot to do. I mean, he is in everything. And there’s monologue after monologue.
"This man was capable of staying sharp and being so professional, and knew exactly how to toe the line of having fun with people."
“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” is helmed by Rian Johnson. It serves as a standalone sequel to Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and marks the third installment in the Knives Out film series.
It features Daniel Craig, reprising his role as master detective Benoit Blanc. The star-studded cast includes Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church.
Point of View
I believe Mila Kunis's candid reflections reveal the often-hidden dynamics of film sets. Her initial anxiety is relatable, but it's heartening to witness how collaboration can transform apprehension into a respectful and enjoyable working relationship. This story encapsulates the essence of teamwork in the film industry.
NationPress
08/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What movie are Mila Kunis and Daniel Craig working on together?
They are collaborating on 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.'
Who directed the film?
'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' is directed by Rian Johnson.
What role does Daniel Craig reprise in this movie?
Daniel Craig reprises his role as master detective Benoit Blanc.
What was Mila Kunis' initial feeling about working with Daniel Craig?
Mila Kunis initially feared their collaboration could 'go either way.'
How did Daniel Craig set the tone on set?
Daniel Craig established a positive atmosphere for both the cast and crew within the first two hours.
