Chris Hansen Questions Motive of Robert Pattinson’s Primetime
TheWrap • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Chris Hansen expressed surprise and skepticism about the upcoming A24 film "Primetime," starring Robert Pattinson as him, revealing he was not involved in the creative process and only learned about the project after production ended.
- Hansen questioned the motives behind the film, suggesting Hollywood might be using his name for commercial benefit, and said he would reserve judgment until after viewing a private screening arranged by A24.
- Despite the dramatic portrayal of Hansen in the trailer, he dismissed focusing on the "fake Chris Hansen," emphasizing his commitment to his real-life work and expressing curiosity about the film’s accuracy and intent.
- Hansen acknowledged that he did not choose Pattinson for the role and mentioned a past idea of casting Denis Leary in a similar project based on a script he had crafted.
- "Primetime" is scheduled for theatrical release on September 25, and Hansen promised to share his opinion after watching the full movie.
