Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Black Swan Director Failed to Ignite Portman-Kunis Feud
The director of the movie 'Black Swan' tried to get the two main actresses, Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis, to be competitive with each other.
He did this by saying things to each actress to make them think the other was working harder.
However, the actresses figured out what he was doing and didn't take it seriously.
They laughed about it instead.
Portman won an Oscar for her role in the movie.
The movie is also coming back to theaters soon.
Darren Aronofsky attempted to create a rivalry between Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis during the filming of 'Black Swan'.
Aronofsky's attempts involved separating the actresses and making comments about their work ethic.
Portman and Kunis quickly realized Aronofsky's strategy and turned it into a joke.
Natalie Portman won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in 'Black Swan'.
'Black Swan' is returning to theaters on August 21 and 24 for its 15th anniversary, including an IMAX release.
- Who
- Darren Aronofsky, Natalie Portman, and Mila Kunis.
- What
- Director Darren Aronofsky attempted to spark a rivalry between Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis during the filming of 'Black Swan'.
- When
- The incident occurred during the filming of 'Black Swan' and was recalled on the film's 15th anniversary.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Aronofsky's intention was to enhance the actresses' performances by creating a sense of competition.
- Movie Title
- Black Swan
- Director
- Darren Aronofsky
- Starring
- Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis
- Natalie Portman's Award
- Oscar for Best Actress
- Anniversary
- 15th
- Re-release Date
- August 21 and 24