Christina Ricci Reveals How Co-Star Cher Protected And Guided Her On Mermaids Set: ‘That’s One Thing…’

As an ardent admirer of Christina Ricci‘s illustrious career, I find myself deeply moved by her heartfelt recollections of working with the legendary Cher in Mermaids. Her experiences serve as a poignant reminder of the profound impact mentors can have on young artists navigating the treacherous waters of Hollywood.


Lately, Christina Ricci has spoken about her time collaborating with the renowned actress and singer, Cher, who they both worked together in the classic 1990 family comedy-drama Mermaids. In this film, Christina played Kate Flax, while Cher portrayed Rachel Flax, her character’s on-screen mother. She discussed how Cher aided her in overcoming feelings of insecurity and provided guidance when she struggled to understand the complexities or challenges that occurred behind the scenes during production. For more information, continue reading!

During a conversation for Demi Lovato’s recent Hulu documentary called “Child Star,” actress Christina Ricci reflected on her early years in the industry and working as a young artist. Ricci also recalled shooting her first film, “Mermaids,” alongside her co-star Cher.

According to EW, the actress who played Percy explained to Lovato that Cher had mentored her, and she understood that sometimes it can be unclear about certain happenings off-screen – like power struggles or other challenges.

Ricci pointed out that without prior experience, one might mistakenly assume these problems could be their own fault. However, her fellow actor always aimed to make her feel secure rather than insecure.

Actress from The Matrix Resurrections recalled that Cher, who portrayed her on-screen mother in Mermaids, often permitted her to have study breaks. She shared that she would frequently escape from tutoring sessions to spend time with Cher in her trailer and indulge in sweets. When Lovato questioned if Cher served as her mentor, Ricci affirmed, “Yes, I was quite fortunate in that regard when I began my acting career.

The actress mentioned that she felt incredibly lucky to have collaborated with numerous powerful women at the start of her career. She pointed out that these ladies, including Cher, were not just gifted performers but also stood firm on their principles about how they should be respected, a trait that significantly influenced her. Furthermore, she emphasized that it was her inaugural project and Cher was very much in control.

10-year-old Christina Ricci, who starred in this film, later shared that she discovered her peers at that age were uninterested in her stories from the set. In a documentary, the actress narrated an incident where upon returning to school after filming Mermaids, she attempted to share her experiences with two friends, but they quickly reacted negatively, viewing her as boastful.

Ricci remarked, “It dawned on me later that it wouldn’t be received positively, and since then, I’ve never brought it up again.

Currently, you can find the movie “Mermaids” streaming on Amazon Prime Video. This captivating film boasts an impressive cast including Winona Ryder, Caroline McWilliams, Bob Hoskins, Jan Miner, and Michael Schoeffling.

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2024-09-19 11:13