Jennifer Lawrence recently shared a humorous anecdote during her conversation with Leonardo DiCaprio for Variety and CNN’s Actors on Actors. The actress recounted a bizarre experience while filming “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.” She mistakenly took an Ambien, which led to hallucinations during a critical scene with Philip Seymour Hoffman.
Jennifer Lawrence’s Hallucination on Set
Lawrence, known for her role as Katniss Everdeen, revealed that her medication mishaps affected her performances. She explained to DiCaprio that during a stressful shoot for “Red Sparrow,” she took Adderall instead of a sleeping pill, leaving her sleepless and panicking.
Incident on The Hunger Games Set
The incident that stood out was taking an Ambien before a dance scene. Lawrence stated, “I was hallucinating.” This unusual situation frustrated her co-star Elizabeth Banks, who found Lawrence’s condition distracting. DiCaprio remarked on these moments, referring to them as “key screwups” in an actor’s career.
The Hunger Games Franchise
The “Hunger Games” franchise includes four films released between 2012 and 2015. Recently, new films have continued the story with prequels like the 2023 release of “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.” Additionally, fans can look forward to “Sunrise on the Reaping,” set to debut next year.
- Original Release Dates: 2012–2015
- Upcoming Prequels:
- 2023: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
- 2024: Sunrise on the Reaping
Reprising Iconic Roles
Lawrence and original co-star Josh Hutcherson will return as Katniss and Peeta in “Sunrise on the Reaping.” While details of their roles remain undisclosed, fans are excited to see their characters alongside Haymitch in a flash-forward scene.
Throughout her career, Lawrence has expressed her willingness to revisit the iconic role of Katniss. During a June 2023 interview, she stated that she would be “totally” open to reprising her character if the right opportunity presented itself.
For further insights, fans can tune into the full conversation between Lawrence and DiCaprio on CNN’s streaming platform or check Variety’s YouTube page for the video.
