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Robert Pattinson on Chris Hansen Criticism of 'Primetime'
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Robert Pattinson stars in "Primetime," a tense thriller about Chris Hansen and the "To Catch a Predator" series, premiering at the Venice Film Festival; Hansen has expressed skepticism about the film, criticizing Pattinson's portrayal as "overly dramatic."
- Directed by Lance Oppenheim in his narrative debut, "Primetime" explores the ethical boundaries of Hansen's methods and the intersection of journalism, policing, and entertainment during the mid-2000s.
- Pattinson praised Hansen's magnetic presence and the show's lasting impact, while also commending co-star Phoebe Bridgers for her impressive acting debut in the film.
- Oppenheim described the film as a "docu-fantasia," inspired by the theatricality of "To Catch a Predator" and the challenge of turning a dark subject into entertainment.
- Pattinson, amid a busy year with major projects like "The Odyssey," "The Drama," and "Dune: Part III," joked about blending characters due to his hectic schedule and noted having more time after becoming a new father.
