Aubrey Plaza’s career has been flourishing this year, with her remarkable performances in both acting and production. She has garnered critical acclaim for her role in Emily the Criminal, a film she also produced. Moreover, Plaza recently received a prestigious SAG award as part of the outstanding ensemble cast of the highly acclaimed second season of The White Lotus.
Adding to her achievements, it appears that Plaza is now poised to become a prominent action star, thanks to her captivating performance in the thrilling movie Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre. Interestingly, she had the unique opportunity to engage in some on-set shenanigans with her co-star, Jason Statham, under the direction of filmmaker Guy Ritchie. Ritchie wanted to capture the dynamic chemistry and playful banter between Plaza and Statham, leading to a memorable scene where Plaza playfully spanked her co-star.
Overall, it has been a remarkable year for Aubrey Plaza, marked by critical acclaim, prestigious awards, and the exciting prospect of expanding her repertoire into the action genre.
Aubrey Plaza Was Asked To Spank Fast X Star, Jason Statham
Aubrey Plaza enthusiastically embraced the physicality encouraged by director Guy Ritchie during the filming of Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre. In an interview with Collider, Plaza shared her experience of playfully interacting with her co-star Jason Statham. She admitted to incorporating spontaneous actions like slapping Statham’s rear with gusto, which Ritchie found amusing and wanted to capture on camera.
In the interview, Plaza recalled her interactions with Statham, stating,
“I was always going at [Statham]. I would do things like say a line and then slap his a** really hard, and Guy would come up to me in between takes and go, ‘You know, I liked the bit where you slapped his a**, and maybe you could do that again,’”
Plaza wholeheartedly embraced the playful energy and was eager to bring it to the big screen. She expressed her willingness, saying, “I’d be like, ‘Yes sir.’ So it was fun and felt like we were just trying to take the piss out of each other, as all the British people say. It was great fun.” The experience was thoroughly enjoyable for her, as it felt like a friendly exchange of banter, where they were simply teasing and having fun with each other. Plaza likened it to the British expression of “taking the piss out of each other.” Undoubtedly, it was a truly delightful and memorable experience for her.
What We Know About Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre
Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre is an electrifying spy thriller directed by the renowned filmmaker Guy Ritchie (known for his work on “Sherlock” and “The Gentleman”) and produced by Lionsgate. Leading the action-packed film is the legendary Jason Statham, accompanied by an impressive ensemble cast. The team of international experts includes the talented Cary Elwes, Bugzy Malone, Josh Hartnett, and Aubrey Plaza, who brings her dynamic energy to another thrilling cinematic adventure.
Plaza, known for her comedic prowess, takes on a prominent role in the independent film “Emily the Criminal,” showcasing her versatility as an actress. Portraying the character Sarah Fidel, Plaza delves into the world of hacking, brandishing weapons, and daring car chases with classic Mustangs, defying gravity along treacherous cliffs.
In Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre, Jason Statham takes on the role of Orson Fortune, a remarkable spy armed coupled with exceptional skills. Together with a team of highly capable operatives, he must join forces to dismantle the menacing plans of Greg Simmonds, a billionaire arms dealer portrayed by the talented Hugh Grant. Simmonds’ dangerous weapons technology poses a threat to global stability.
To obtain the vital information needed to take him down, the team devises a plan that involves leveraging Simmonds’ affinity for a favorite movie star, Danny Francesco, played by Josh Hartnett. With Plaza’s character serving as a brilliant tech genius, Orson Fortune and his expert team successfully coerce the actor into assisting their mission to track down the nefarious dealer.
Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre is available on Amazon Prime Video.
Source: Collider
