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Evan Rachel Wood Reveals Real-Life Psychedelic Experience During 'Across The Universe' Filming

The actress shared that she and co-stars were actually under the influence while shooting a key scene, unbeknownst to director Julie Taymor.

  • Wood disclosed the behind-the-scenes story at a recent Cinespia screening of the film.
  • The revelation pertains to the 'I Am the Walrus' sequence featuring Bono as Dr. Robert.
  • Director Julie Taymor was unaware of the actors' real-life drug use during filming.
  • Studio executives initially wanted to cut significant parts of the film, but Taymor and the cast resisted.
  • The film, initially polarizing, has since gained a devoted following.
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