Sandra Bullock is giving the behind-the-scenes story on the unforgettable leech scene in “The Lost City”. As a part of a special featurette for the movie’s release, the stars of the movie gave some insider info on the hilarious scene.
Bullock plays a romance writer who finds herself lost in the jungle with the cover model for her books, played by Channing Tatum.
After a dip in the river, the characters come to discover Tatum’s character is covered in leeches on his backside. READ MORE: ‘The Lost City’ Lands Big-Game Spot Featuring Channing Tatum, Sandra Bullock, Daniel Radcliffe & Brad Pitt During the filming of the scene, Tatum ended up having to strip down everything with only a “sock protecting the front area,” according to co-director Adam Nee. “Walking to set with a bunch of leeches super-glued to my butt and not having met everybody and just kinda being like, ‘Okay, I’m gonna be butt-naked, my name’s Chan today.
This is just what it is,'” recalled Tatum. “And then not only that, but to have Sandra Bullock have, like, a two-page monologue with, uh, a certain part of my body.” The scene required Bullock to speak at eye-level with his crotch. READ MORE: Channing Tatum Talks Almost Quitting Hollywood And Wearing A Fabio Wig In ‘The Lost City’ “You have to really like the person and feel safe with them.
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