Actress Lola Glaudini recently recounted an unsettling experience with Johnny Depp on the set of the 2001 film “Blow.” During a scene where Depp was delivering a monologue, Glaudini was instructed to burst out laughing at a specific line by director Ted Demme. However, after complying with multiple takes, Depp allegedly approached Glaudini aggressively, criticizing her for “pulling focus” and swearing at her.
Glaudini, who was new to studio films and meeting Depp for the first time, felt deeply shaken by the encounter, struggling not to cry. In response, Depp’s representative stated that Depp prioritizes positive working relationships and that Glaudini’s account differs significantly from others present on set at the time.
Sam Sarkar, who worked on multiple Depp films including “Blow,” corroborated this statement, noting that as a sound technician, he would have been attuned to any disturbances on set but heard nothing of the sort. Glaudini also claimed that Demme did not intervene or clarify the direction given to her.
Later, Depp allegedly approached Glaudini with a non-apology, attributing his behavior to being in character with a Boston accent. Despite feeling ostracized afterward, Glaudini maintained composure, not wanting to show any vulnerability on set.
The incident sheds light on the dynamics and challenges actors face behind the scenes, prompting a closer examination of working environments in the film industry.
