The 2011 comedy film The Change-Up, directed by David Dobkin, delves into the timeless concept of body-swapping. It features Jason Bateman as Dave, a responsible family man and lawyer, and Ryan Reynolds as Mitch, a single, carefree womanizer. Their lives take a bizarre turn after a night of heavy drinking and a wish to exchange roles, resulting in them waking up in each other’s bodies.
The movie humorously chronicles their attempts to adapt to their new lives, showcasing the challenges and comedic situations that arise from this dramatic transformation. The Change-Up skillfully combines ribald humor with moments of genuine emotion, offering an enjoyable twist on the genre.
Ryan Reynolds Wanted The Director To Say Cut
During a cringe scene in the film, where Ryan Reynolds can be seen performing with two supporting actors (a nak*d female and a nak*d male). The actors can be seen very close to each other in a very awkward situation. In a bloopers reel released by the film’s production team, we can see the behind-the-scenes action of this particular shot. Ryan Reynolds doesn’t miss an opportunity to crack a joke while filming the scene.
“Please call cut David, please I’m beggin you,” Reynolds says to the director.
To Reynolds’ credit, he left no stone unturned when recounting this awkward on-set incident during a 2011 interview with former late-night host Jay Leno. In the scene shared with Olivia Wilde, which involved n*dity, Reynolds admitted that he became so distracted that he momentarily forgot his lines.
Ryan candidly confessed that in that moment, he experienced a strong sense of discomfort akin to that of a teenage boy. In addition to the initial blunder of forgetting his lines, the situation took a further awkward turn when he had to engage in physical contact with his co-star. To put it mildly, the moment escalated beyond mere forgetfulness.
The complications persisted as the scene unfolded. Not only did his memory lapse persist, but when the moment arrived for physical interaction with his co-star, matters took a more problematic turn. Battling nervous perspiration, as he moved in for the contact, a particular adhesive object detached from his co-star and ended up in his hands.
Ryan Reynolds’ Film Failed To Leave A Mark
Despite boasting a star-studded cast including Ryan Reynolds, Olivia Wilde, Leslie Mann, and Jason Bateman, The Change-Up failed to make a substantial profit during its theatrical run, grossing $75 million against its sizable $52 million budget.
While it found favor among casual moviegoers as a lighthearted production, The Change-Up faced a less enthusiastic reception from critics, garnering a meager 25% approval rating on platforms like Rotten Tomatoes.
Despite the film’s underwhelming performance, Reynolds thoroughly enjoyed his time on set alongside Jason Bateman. He openly acknowledged succumbing to fits of laughter during shooting, attributing it to his co-star’s infectious humor.
The Change-Up can be steamed on TNT and Peacock.
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