Why ‘Thanksgiving’ Director Eli Roth Was Concerned About Casting Addison Rae: ‘Bad for the Movie’

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Eli Roth has expressed some early concerns about the casting of Addison Rae in “Thanksgiving.”

Roth, renowned for his contributions to the horror genre, has expressed early reservations about casting TikTok sensation Addison Rae in his latest project, “Thanksgiving.” In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Roth revealed his candid conversation with Rae when she approached him about a role in the film.

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Eli Roth’s Concerns About ‘Thanksgiving’ Casting

Addison Rae noted that acting in a horror film came with its own concerns (Getty Images)

Eli Roth acknowledged Addison Rae’s rapid rise to fame through TikTok, but expressed concerns about her understanding of the acting process. He stressed the importance of casting her based on her acting abilities rather than as a publicity stunt. Roth recounted advising Rae, saying, “Look, unless you’re great, it’s going to look like stunt casting. It’s going to be bad for the movie and it’s going to be bad for you.”

Eli Roth said, “She was catapulted to fame by this new thing that no one understood, and I think she succeeded in doing it.” [another] film before truly understanding the process of acting. And it’s good for her for trying, but I don’t think it reflects who she is as an actress.”

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“I don’t have TikTok, so I hadn’t seen her TikToks, but I just knew who she was. So she approached me about being in the movie and I said, ‘Look, unless you don’t be awesome, it’s okay” I feel like a stunt cast. It’s going to be bad for the movie and it’s going to be bad for you. I just want to cast you like you’re an actor and you’re great in the movie. “And she said, ‘No, I want to be in the movie and I want to show my abilities,’ because it’s a role that she can be natural in. She can be the friend and show the fear and terror . So I think she’s a fantastic young actress,” he added.

“Addison is an incredibly generous person, and when she posted on social media, she tagged everyone to make sure everyone was part of the group. There was no star-level separation and everything “the world was working together to bring out the best. So I’m really happy for Addison. I think she’s going to have an incredible career and she’s a great young actress,” he noted.

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Roth’s concerns about stunts quickly dissipated when he witnessed Rae’s dedication during auditions and chemistry readings. The director highlighted the collaborative effort between the actors, emphasizing the genuine camaraderie that developed. Roth believes Rae’s generosity and inclusiveness contributed to a smooth working environment.

Despite his initial reservations, Roth praised Rae for her determination to showcase her acting talent and expressed confidence in her abilities. He noted that Rae’s role allowed her to be natural and display her fear and terror, contributing to a well-rounded performance.

Eli Roth spoke out about casting concerns surrounding TikTok star Addison Rae (Getty Images)

He added: “It was about setting Addison up for success with incredible actors, and everyone leveling up and supporting each other. So it all went away very quickly. All those worries went away, not just after I I saw the audition but during the chemistry readings.

“And once we did a camera test where we put the kids together in their costumes, they felt so real. I said, ‘What’s going to make the movie work is if everyone believes that you’re all true friends,’ and they all made such an effort. They all hung out and did everything together,” Roth added.

Addison Rae reflects on the challenges of acting in the horror genre

Social media sensation Addison Rae shared her experience working with director Eli Roth on the horror film “Thanksgiving.” Acknowledging Roth as a “really nice guy,” Rae expressed her feelings about the challenges of transitioning from social media to the acting world.

Rae stressed the importance of a positive and open working relationship with the director, saying: “I think we’ve been very lucky, but I think you just need to be able to be open when the director is really nice and honest, not afraid to take risks, and feeling comfortable enough to do so made it a really great and comfortable environment.”

The TikTok star-turned-actress highlighted the supportive atmosphere created by Roth and the cast, making the acting process more accessible. Starring in a horror film like “Thanksgiving” presented its challenges, but Rae seemed to enjoy the collaborative and comfortable environment that made her transition easier.

The film, directed by Eli Roth, attracted attention not only for its horror elements, but also for Rae’s performance and the chemistry within the cast.

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