For his role as Teddy in Yorgos Lanthimos' Bugonia, Jesse Plemons brought a unique blend of vulnerability and intensity that has left fans questioning the character's true intentions. According to screenwriter Will Tracy, the key to Plemons' performance lay in understanding the nuances of conspiracy theory personalities like Teddy.
Tracy drew inspiration from online communities like Reddit, where he observed individuals with similar views and behaviors. He spent time browsing websites and reading comments that might have been on Teddy's bookmarked list, gaining insight into the character's world. However, Tracy emphasized that he didn't aim to create a composite of various internet trends or memes.
Instead, he focused on crafting a singular individual who had developed their own distinct perspective. According to Tracy, this approach allowed him to avoid reducing Teddy to simplistic labels like "incel" – a term often associated with online communities and conspiracy theories.
The complexity of Teddy's character is reflected in the film's exploration of modern societal reactions to perceived threats. The narrative delves into how quickly blame can be assigned and how information is distorted to fit preconceived notions. Tracy noted that this phenomenon is all too familiar, particularly when it comes to high-profile incidents involving domestic terrorism or mass shootings.
In Teddy's case, his wild theories ultimately prove to be correct, leaving audiences to wonder whether the character's instability or Michelle's true intentions are more concerning. The blurred lines between accuracy and paranoia add to the film's mystique, making Teddy a fascinating and unsettling figure.
Tracy's thoughtful approach to writing Teddy's character has resulted in a performance that is both captivating and thought-provoking. As the film's release continues to generate buzz, it will be interesting to see how Plemons' portrayal of Teddy resonates with audiences and sparks ongoing discussions about the complexities of modern conspiracy theories.
Tracy drew inspiration from online communities like Reddit, where he observed individuals with similar views and behaviors. He spent time browsing websites and reading comments that might have been on Teddy's bookmarked list, gaining insight into the character's world. However, Tracy emphasized that he didn't aim to create a composite of various internet trends or memes.
Instead, he focused on crafting a singular individual who had developed their own distinct perspective. According to Tracy, this approach allowed him to avoid reducing Teddy to simplistic labels like "incel" – a term often associated with online communities and conspiracy theories.
The complexity of Teddy's character is reflected in the film's exploration of modern societal reactions to perceived threats. The narrative delves into how quickly blame can be assigned and how information is distorted to fit preconceived notions. Tracy noted that this phenomenon is all too familiar, particularly when it comes to high-profile incidents involving domestic terrorism or mass shootings.
In Teddy's case, his wild theories ultimately prove to be correct, leaving audiences to wonder whether the character's instability or Michelle's true intentions are more concerning. The blurred lines between accuracy and paranoia add to the film's mystique, making Teddy a fascinating and unsettling figure.
Tracy's thoughtful approach to writing Teddy's character has resulted in a performance that is both captivating and thought-provoking. As the film's release continues to generate buzz, it will be interesting to see how Plemons' portrayal of Teddy resonates with audiences and sparks ongoing discussions about the complexities of modern conspiracy theories.
. I'm low-key obsessed with Plemons' performance – he's like the master of creepy vibes 
. Tracy did the right thing by avoiding meme-fication, though. Now we've got a character that's more nuanced than just a Reddit troll 
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i mean like teddy's character is literally perfect example of how society jumps to conclusions when we're scared 
and tracy did such a great job not reducing him to just being an "incel" lol what's with that term anyway? 
anyway back to the movie, it's so thought-provoking, makes me wanna watch it like 10 times more 
. The way Tracy approached writing Teddy's character by observing online communities and gaining insight into his world shows that sometimes you need to dig deeper to get a more nuanced understanding of a complex issue like this. It's all about finding the gray areas and avoiding simplification, which is something we should all try to do in our own lives 
it makes the whole thing so much more believable and unsettling. like who hasn't felt paranoid or unsure about stuff sometimes? 
it's like, teddy's just speaking truth to power, but in this twisted way 
Jesse Plemons is totally killing it as Teddy and I love how the writer, Will Tracy, went deep into researching online communities to get that real vibe 
. He didn't just copy trends or memes, he created a character with his own perspective which makes him soooo interesting 
. Can't wait to see how Plemons' performance sparks conversations about conspiracy theories! 
Let's get this movie discussion started!!! 
, but at the same time, isn't it kinda sketchy how he used Reddit and stuff for inspiration? Like, did he really go deep enough into those communities to understand what they're all about? 
I don't know... maybe he did? 
But for real though, Plemons' performance is straight fire 
, it's like he totally embodies the character's weirdness...but doesn't that just make us wonder if Teddy's even a little bit crazy? 
anyway, jesse plemons nailed this role, cant wait to see what ppl think of his performance
It's like, yes, Teddy's character might seem fascinating at first, but as soon as you dig deeper, it's just a bunch of conspiracy nonsense 
. And don't even get me started on how easily our brains can get tricked into seeing patterns where there aren't any... it's like, we need to be more critical thinkers, you know? 
i love how the writer took inspiration from online communities but didnt just copy off them, he made teddy his own which makes it even more realistic 
i'm so curious to see how plemons brings this character to life on screen, is he gonna be able to pull off that whole intensity thing without being too over-the-top? 
anyway, can't wait to watch the movie again and analyze teddy's theories some more 
, you know, the one that leads to this amazing waterfall... and I started wondering if the film is trying to say something about how easily our perceptions can be distorted when we're faced with "the truth". like, what if everything we think we know about the world is actually just a conspiracy theory waiting to happen? 
. And get this - 77% of Americans trust online news sources as much as or more than traditional media! 
The film's portrayal of how quickly blame can be assigned and information is distorted is SO relatable, especially in today's social media landscape 
The way the screenwriter got into the mind of this character is so creepy cool 
. It makes you wanna question everything, especially when Teddy's theories end up being...not entirely wrong 
The way they're exploring the way info gets distorted and ppl jump to conclusions is super relevant tho