Tue Nov 12 02:30:00 UTC 2024: ## George Clooney’s “Complete Fiction” Calmed Anna Kendrick’s Nerves on “Up in the Air” Set
**LOS ANGELES** – Anna Kendrick has revealed a heartwarming story about how George Clooney helped her overcome her nerves during the filming of the critically acclaimed 2009 film “Up in the Air.”
Speaking on “Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?”, Kendrick, who was in her early twenties at the time, confessed to feeling intimidated acting alongside the Hollywood heavyweight. To put her at ease, Clooney fabricated a story about his own anxieties and insecurities on set.
“The very, very first shot that he and I did together was my first shot in the movie,” Kendrick shared. “He said, ‘God, do you get nervous on the first day? I get so nervous. Do you get insecure? I get really insecure.'”
This act of kindness had a profound impact on Kendrick. “It felt like, ‘Oh, OK, I can bring my anxiety into the moment and someone is gonna hold space for that and be cool with that,'” she said.
The Oscar-nominated film, which explored the realities of downsizing in the midst of the recession, was a box-office success and a critical darling. Both Kendrick and Clooney received Oscar nominations for their performances.
Kendrick’s anecdote highlights Clooney’s talent for not only acting but also for creating a supportive and comfortable atmosphere on set, helping his co-stars shine even under pressure.
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