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Marion Cotillard Reflects on Criticized Death Scene in The Dark Knight Rises

The Oscar-winning actress admits she struggled with the performance, which has drawn fan criticism since the film's 2012 release.

  • Marion Cotillard has acknowledged her dissatisfaction with her performance in a pivotal death scene from Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises.
  • The actress described feeling stressed during filming, which she believes contributed to her inability to execute the scene effectively.
  • Fans have criticized the scene for its awkward blocking and delivery, which they feel detracted from the emotional weight of the moment.
  • Cotillard previously addressed the scene in 2016, expressing frustration at being heavily associated with what she considers a rare misstep in her career.
  • Despite the criticism, The Dark Knight Rises remains a commercial success, grossing over $1 billion worldwide.
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