Today’s hottest internet buzz is about Anna Faris, the new star of "House Bunny". Anna was publicly outraged this week when she had to break her no nudity clause to fulfill her role acting as a Playboy Bunny.
I can understand how it might be upsetting when you have to cross a line you didn’t want to cross… However, this particular story is rampant with irony because Anna Faris is not playing a school teacher… she’s playing a Playboy Bunny… The role itself would be humiliating to someone who is shy…
Anna noted, "It was my first nude scene and it wasn’t supposed to be me… I had a body double and we had some complicating factors with her.... I was really uncomfortable… It was really humiliating."
Anna Faris also made comments about Hugh Hefner’s ‘wondering eye’. It’s ALSO ironic that she would find this surprising. She’s playing the role of one of his ‘bunnies’ and he’s the czar of a dirty magazine empire… So yes, he probably has a wandering eye…
Ironic Outrage
Anna Faris Plays Playboy Bunny, Humiliated Over Nude Scene
Trend Themes
1. Body Positivity - There is a trend towards celebrating all body types in media and entertainment, which could present an opportunity for more diverse casting choices.
2. Contract Transparency - As actors become more vocal about their discomfort with certain roles, there may be a trend towards more transparent contracts that clearly outline expectations and requirements.
3. Sexual Harassment Prevention - The prevalence of sexual harassment in the entertainment industry could create a trend towards more rigorous education programs for actors and production crews.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry may need to shift towards more body-positive narratives and more transparent contracts to avoid casting controversies in the future.
2. Media - Media outlets could play a role in promoting body positivity and holding entertainment companies accountable for fostering more diverse and inclusive cultures.
3. Education - Institutions that offer performing arts education could take a leadership role in creating sexual harassment prevention programs and promoting safe and respectful work environments for actors and production crews.