‘It Was Surreal’: Anna Faris Reveals How She Feels About My Spy: The Eternal City Punch Scene

As a lifestyle expert with a deep appreciation for Hollywood and the art of acting, I find Anna Faris’ transformation into a villainous character in “My Spy: The Eternal City” absolutely captivating. Her ability to embody a complex character driven by revenge is not only intriguing but also a testament to her versatility as an actress.


Anna Faris, well-known for her success in Hollywood following the Scary Movie series, takes on the role of a villain in the film “My Spy: The Eternal City.” During a recent interview, she spoke about her menacing character and the notorious punch scene that has created quite a buzz in the movie.

In the new action-comedy “My Spy: The Eternal City,” which is a follow-up to the 2000 film “My Spy,” Anna joins forces with Dave Bautista, Chloe Coleman, Ken Jeong, and Kristen Schaal. Unlike her role in the original movie, Faris takes on the antagonist part instead of being the lead character. Her significant role revolves around her quest for revenge throughout the film.

Anna Faris about her character

In an interview with PEOPLE, Anna Faris shared insights about her character: “I aimed to portray this woman who is deeply devoted to the children and has no hidden motives or romantic feelings towards anyone but her role as a principal or authority figure. To me, she’s secretly heartbroken over her husband’s assassination and seeking retribution.”

Anna revealed that she carefully hid her character’s surprise element during filming by keeping quiet and practicing self-restraint instead of saying, “Well, she has a strong sense of what is fair for herself.”

From my perspective as an avid fan, she described this role as absolutely thrilling for her. She went on to share her thoughts, “You know, deep down, don’t we all harbor a hidden villain within us? I couldn’t believe my luck when I landed this fantastic opportunity. The chance to let out my inner fire and channel anger and vengeance was simply extraordinary.”

Anna Faris’ punch scene in My Spy: The Eternal City

This article further contains spoilers.

In the finale of “My Spy: The Eternal City,” Anna Faris’s character experiences an extraordinary moment while filming in Rome, 2023. A scene unfolds before the iconic Vatican, brimming with activity on a weekday. Recounting the event, Anna expressed her excitement, “We filmed this scene at the Vatican during a busy weekday. I was wearing a wild leather costume as my character got brutally hit by an older Italian woman. With all eyes on us, it felt like one of the most thrilling experiences of my life! The surreal moment left me elated.”

In addition, Faris shared insights about collaborating with Dave Bautista. She highly commended the Guardians of the Galaxy star as a “tall-strapped gentleman radiating understated charm.” She acknowledged him as an exceptional individual, sharing her deep appreciation for him and relishing conversations about him.

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2024-07-25 09:23