Actors Kit Harington and Sophie Turner, both celebrated for their prominent roles in the epic fantasy drama “Game of Thrones,” recently navigated an unusual situation during the production of a new horror movie. Harington has recounted an awkward kissing scene he shared with Turner during filming.
Both performers were instrumental in the widespread success of the HBO series “Game of Thrones,” with Harington portraying the character of Jon Snow and Turner playing Sansa Stark. Despite their familial roles as siblings within the fictional world of Westeros, their characters’ paths often diverged throughout the narrative. This separation meant their on-screen interactions were less frequent, making their eventual reunion in the later seasons a significant and defining moment for the show.
However, the dynamic shifted considerably when the actors found themselves in the context of a new project. Stepping away from their established sibling roles, Harington and Turner were tasked with portraying characters involved in a romantic relationship within the horror film.
The seasoned actors found the need to kiss each other professionally, a situation Harington described as awkward considering their history as siblings on “Game of Thrones”. While accustomed to performing intimate scenes with other actors, the established brother-sister dynamic added an unexpected layer of complexity to the filming process. The actors had spent years building a working relationship centered around a familial bond, which made the transition to a romantic connection challenging.
Harington explained that he and Turner both approached the scene with professionalism and a shared understanding of the need to execute the scene effectively. However, he acknowledged the inherent discomfort of kissing someone with whom he had previously established a sibling-like rapport. The actors spoke about finding ways to move past their established on-screen relationship.
Fonte: screenrant.com
