Key Takeaways:
– Lupita Nyong’o initially perceived Joseph Quinn similar to his character Eddie Munson from ‘Stranger Things.’
– The actress was surprised to find her co-star was quite different in real life.
– Their shared experience and lack of dialogue in ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ forged a close bond between the two.
The Casting Surprise
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o confessed a rather surprising fact about her first encounter with ‘Stranger Things’ actor Joseph Quinn. Engaged on the set of the upcoming horror film ‘A Quiet Place: Day One,’ Lupita admitted that she had originally thought Joseph would resemble his character from the popular Netflix series, Eddie Munson.
Defying Expectations
In an interview with Hits Radio, the ‘12 Years A Slave’ actress expressed her initial shock at finding Quinn to be starkly different from Munson. Contrary to her expectation, Quinn was not embodying the popular character he played in ‘Stranger Things,’ causing a moment of disappointment for Nyong’o. However, she instantly realized her mistake by remembering that Quinn, like her, is just an actor performing a role.
This realization brought forth a wave of awe for Lupita for the versatility of her co-star. Impressed by his focus, dedication, and grace in their first meeting, the actress noted how quickly they got along. Regardless of her initial misconstrued expectations, Lupita praised Joseph’s open, generous, and funny demeanor.
Bonding in Silence
With minimal dialogue in ‘A Quiet Place: Day One,’ the co-stars had to rely on body language and perception. According to Nyong’o, this unique predicament helped them become attuned to each other, proving an enlightening and enjoyable experience for both. They readily picked on each other’s cues and silently communicated, reinforcing their bond over the duration of the film’s production.
Crafting the Creatures’ Origin
‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ will provide fans with a glimpse into the genesis of the eerie, noise-detecting alien creatures. Writers Scott Beck, Bryan Woods, and director John Krasinski originally curated the dark universe of the franchise. The prequel, however, is being overseen by director Michael Sarnoski, with Krasinski taking on a producer’s role.
While fans anticipated a third installment, Krasinski decided to step back from directing but continued his affiliation with the franchise as a producer. Joseph acknowledged John’s behind-the-scenes influence, mentioning that the cast and crew still felt his presence during the making of ‘Day One.’ With the franchise’s cult following, there exists a real pressure to live up to previous installments to please the fan base.
Expectations are high for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ as it prepares to hit theaters on June 28. The initial impressions of characters, on and off-screen, continue to surprise viewers and actors alike, making for an exciting build-up to the film’s release. And as for Lupita Nyong’o, her surprising first encounter with Joseph Quinn provided an enriching and evolving experience in understanding the layers of her co-star’s talent, leaving us in anticipation of their shared screen space in the film.
