Director Jamie Babbit tells EW how the actress transformed into dual roles.
“She got to go to a darker place [to] show her range.
It was fun to see the two Drews battle each other out.”
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When Babbit says “battle,” shemeansbattle.
Paula’s for the taking.
So, it was a really fun playground."
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“Her nose is so iconic.
Her profile is trulytheBarrymore generational profile.
Beyond the physical, Babbit remembers Barrymore taking a method approach to playing Candy and Paula.
Babbit says she’d then process direction through both women.
But the centerpiece, Babbit maintains, is Barrymore’s masterclass in tonal range.
“It was complicated to produce,” Babbit recalls.
Fingers (on more than two hands) crossed forthatsequel.
The Stand-Inis set for digital release on Dec. 11.
Watch EW’s exclusive trailer above.
