Anya Chalotra opens up about filming naked The Witcher scenes
Anya Chalotra, who plays Yennefer of Vengerberg in The Witcher, has opened up about filming nude scenes for the show, amid the third season landing on Netflix.
Last Thursday [29th June], The Witcher fans were besides themselves when the third season of the fantasy drama finally landed on the streaming platform, continuing Geralt's journey of protection with Ciri.
*Spoilers* Despite committing treachery in selling out Geralt and Princess Ciri in season two, Yennefer and Geralt resume their romantic relationship in the new series - something which sees the continuation of their intimate scenes.
In a new interview with The Telegraph, Anya opened up about being nude on screen. "I didn’t think about it while filming,” she said. “And then when you suddenly stop, and you’re not distracted by your character’s storyline, all these little things you didn’t worry about in the moment come to you. It wasn’t until post-filming that people would ask more about those scenes."
"That was when my anxiety would start. It was the first big project I’d ever done. I didn’t know how I was going to be on camera more than anything else... When it came to more intimate scenes in season one, they all seemed right at the time. That was a part of Yennefer’s journey. As long as we’re progressing the story, then we’re OK."
For season three, the production company brought an intimacy coordinator on board. "The line is always blurred between Anya, when I’m clothed, and when I’m not. With so many people around you filming, it’s important we feel comfortable. An intimacy co-ordinator supports you in the best way. It makes a huge difference.”
The Witcher season 3 is now streaming on Netflix.
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