Reddit Played a Part in Nailing Jesse Plemons' Suspicious 'Bugonia' Character

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Jesse Plemons' Portrayal of Teddy in 'Bugonia' Was Shaped by Reddit Research

Screenwriter Will Tracy credits his experience browsing Reddit as a key factor in shaping the character of Teddy, played with conviction and intensity by Jesse Plemons, in Yorgos Lanthimos' remake of "Save the Green Planet!" While exploring online communities that might align with Teddy's eccentric worldview, Tracy aimed to craft a nuanced portrayal that went beyond stereotypes.

For Tracy, visiting websites that Teddy would likely bookmark served as an essential tool for understanding his character. He immersed himself in Reddit and YouTube comments, even dabbling in 4Chan, which was popular at the time of filming. However, he resisted the urge to create a composite of current internet trends or conspiracy theories du jour, instead opting to craft a singular individual with his own motivations.

Tracy's approach to character development drew inspiration from recent cultural shifts and media narratives surrounding extremism. He observed how societal debates often devolve into binary thinking, assigning blame to opposing factions without concrete evidence. By incorporating this dynamic, Tracy aimed to humanize Teddy, who is not merely an anti-fascist registered Republican gun-lover but rather a complex individual with his own distinct narrative.

Ultimately, the film's success relies on Plemons' captivating performance, which skillfully conveys the vulnerability and conviction that makes Teddy both unsettling and compelling. The interplay between Teddy's wild theories and the eventual revelation of Michelle's true identity raises questions about the nature of truth and reality in our online-dominated world.
 
I feel like I'm stuck in a time loop watching this movie... remember when we used to be fascinated by weird subreddits? Now it's like they're trying to recreate some alternate universe version of 4Chan on screen 🤯. Anyway, Jesse Plemons is always talented but Teddy feels so familiar, like we've seen him before... in the wild west or something. The way Tracy crafted this character is really interesting, but I'm not sure if it's just a reflection of our current internet chaos or something more profound. I mean, what's the difference between truth and reality online vs real life, anyway? 🤔
 
I'm really fascinated by how Will Tracy used Reddit to research his character, it just goes to show that you can find so much insight into people's minds on those platforms! 🤯 I mean, who wouldn't want to know what kind of crazy conspiracy theories someone is browsing? It makes total sense that he'd look at the comments and threads that Teddy would be interested in, but what really impresses me is how Tracy didn't just go with current internet trends. He wanted to create a real person, not just some caricature of an online extremist. That level of nuance is so refreshing, especially when you're dealing with a character as complex as Teddy.

I also love how the film highlights this theme of reality vs truth in our online world. I mean, think about it - we're living in a time where anyone can become an expert on anything just by sharing their opinions online, and yet we still have no idea what's really going on beneath the surface. It's like, we're so caught up in trying to debunk other people's theories that we forget to question our own assumptions. And that's where Teddy comes in - he's this kind of figure who makes you go "wait a minute, maybe I was wrong about this whole thing".

Anyway, Jesse Plemons' performance is just phenomenal - the way he conveys this vulnerability and conviction is just mesmerizing. It's like you can see him really embodying this character, which is what makes Teddy so unsettlingly relatable at the same time.
 
🤔 I'm not sure I buy this whole "Reddit research" thing... Can we get some actual evidence from Tracy himself or at least some credible sources? Like, what specific comments or posts on Reddit allegedly influenced his character development? 📊 This just seems like a PR spin to me. And what's with the 4Chan reference? Is that really something they'd use as inspiration for a "nuanced portrayal"? I need more info before I can start swallowing this story whole.
 
omg did u no they actually went thru reddit 2 create teddy's character lolol, i gotta say its kinda genius how screenwriter will tracy used that 2 give us a nuanced portrayal of teddy instead of just sumin up 2 stereotype, plemons did an amazing job bringin him 2 life anyway now im thinkin bout all the wild theories online n how they can be both fascinatin & kinda scary
 
😊 I think it's so cool how Will Tracy used Reddit to get into his character's head 🤯. It's like, who needs improv when you've got the internet to play around with? But seriously, it's awesome that he avoided making Teddy a caricature and instead created this multi-layered person with their own motivations 💡. I mean, we all know how crazy some of these online communities can get 🤪, but Tracy managed to take that energy and make it into something thought-provoking and fascinating 📚. The way Plemons brings Teddy to life is just mesmerizing – you can feel the vulnerability and conviction in his performance 💕. It's like, whoa, I'm actually thinking about this stuff now... maybe too much? 😅
 
🤔 I think it's super interesting how they used Reddit research to create this character. I mean, you don't see that kind of thing often in movies 📺. The fact that they went beyond just stereotypes and tried to understand what makes someone tick is really admirable. It's not like they took a bunch of current events and tried to force them into the movie 📰. Instead, it sounds like Will Tracy actually listened to people's concerns and ideas, even if he didn't agree with them 💡. And then Jesse Plemons just brought this character to life in such an intense way - I can see why he'd be both unsettling and compelling at the same time 😬. Maybe it's a reminder that we're all more complex than our online personas? 🤷‍♀️
 
Just saw this vid on Jesse Plemons' character development for 'Save the Green Planet!' and I'm like totally stoked! Using Reddit research to shape his character? Genius, right?! 🤯 I mean, who wouldn't wanna know what makes someone tick online? It's like, the ultimate social experiment. And I love how the screenwriter took a nuanced approach, not just relying on stereotypes or current trends, but crafting this complex individual with his own motivations. The film's got me thinking about our online world and how we perceive truth. Can't wait to see more from Yorgos Lanthimos! 💻
 
I just watched 'Save the Green Planet!' with my mates and I gotta say, Jesse Plemons' portrayal of Teddy is so mind-blowing 🤯. The way he brings this complex character to life, it's like you're right there with him, feeling his conviction and vulnerability. And I love how the film challenges us to think about our online lives and how they shape our perceptions of reality 📱💡. Tracy's approach to writing is super interesting too, using Reddit and YouTube comments as research to get into Teddy's head 👀. It's like he's saying we can't just reduce people to stereotypes, we gotta dig deeper and understand what makes them tick 💬. The film's all about nuance and complexity, and I think that's what makes it so compelling 🔥
 
omg I just watched Save the Green Planet! 🤯 Jesse Plemons is so intense as Teddy, I loved how nuanced he was, like he wasn't just a one-dimensional character or anything 😂 I'm kinda curious though, why did they make it a remake? Like, what's the original "Save the Green Planet" all about? I'll have to look that up, btw 🤔
 
I gotta say, this is a total mind-bender for me 🤯. I mean, think about it - how we consume info online can actually shape the way we perceive people or ideas in real life? Like, when was the last time you took a few minutes to really read through some comments on Reddit or YouTube before jumping to conclusions? It's crazy how much of an impact that can have 🤦‍♂️. Anyway, what I'm trying to say is that it's all about nuance, right? We need to take the time to understand where people are coming from and not just reduce them to stereotypes or binary thinking 💡. That's why I think this film's success is all about humanizing a character like Teddy - making us see past our own biases and assumptions 👀.
 
man this remake is like totally deep 🤯 i love how they subverted expectations on teddy's character, he's not just a caricature of a conspiracy theorist but a multi-dimensional dude with his own thoughts and feelings 🤝 the way tracy used reddit research to get into teddy's head is genius, it shows how our online lives can be both a blessing and a curse 📊 we're so used to curating these personas online that sometimes we forget we're human beings too 👥 and plemons' performance just takes it to another level 🎬
 
omg did u see Jesse Plemons' performance as Teddy in 'Save the Green Planet!' 🤯 he's literally so convincing!! i feel like teddy is way more complex than just being a republican gun-lover, there's this whole other layer to his character that makes him super relatable 👍 will tracy's research on reddit actually worked? 🤔
 
I mean, think about it... how much influence can social media truly have on our perception of reality? Is it possible to truly know someone without delving into their online persona? 🤔 I'm reminded of this old philosophical concept - "the mask we wear" - where we curate an image for the world, but what happens when that mask slips and we're left with nothing but vulnerability. And then there's the issue of binary thinking... do we truly see things in black & white or are they more complex than that? 😐 I'm not saying Plemons' performance is perfect, but it does make you wonder about the power of human connection in a world where online personas can be so alluring...
 
I just watched "Save the Green Planet!" 🌿👀 and I'm still trying to process it, like a bad Reddit thread that you can't unscroll 😂. But seriously, Jesse Plemons' portrayal of Teddy is straight fire 🔥! It's like someone took all the weirdos from Reddit, threw them in a blender, and hit puree 💪. The way Tracy crafted the character by exploring online communities was genius 🤯. I mean who else but an actual 4Chan user could make me laugh and cry at the same time? 😂👀 The film is like that one weird cousin at the family reunion – you're not sure what to make of it, but you can't look away 🎉. Anyway, if you haven't seen it yet, go watch it now and try to keep up with Teddy's conspiracy theories 😅!
 
😊 I mean, I'm just gonna say it - Reddit is still the best place to find inspiration for characters! 🤣 Just kidding, kinda. But seriously, it's crazy how much research Tracy did into this guy Teddy. He wanted to avoid making him sound like a caricature and instead got into all these dark corners of the internet that most people wouldn't dare to look at. I mean, 4Chan? Really? That takes guts! And yeah, I love how he humanized Teddy by showing his vulnerability, too... it's like, okay, we get it, dude has some issues 🤪. The movie is so good and Plemons' performance is insane!
 
omg i just watched save the green planet and jesse plemons as teddy is SO INSANE 🤯 i mean in a good way like he fully commits to this character, like i was totally invested in his wild theories, but at the same time you can't help but feel bad for him 🤷‍♀️ i think what i love most about the movie is how it explores the idea that our online personas aren't always representative of who we really are. my ex and i used to have these super intense debates on 4chan when we were both like 16 lol, but in reality we were just two scared kids trying to figure out the world 🤣 anyway back to teddy, i think jesse plemons did an amazing job bringing this character to life and i'm still thinking about it days later 💭
 
I don’t usually comment but I was thinking this is kinda weird how they used Reddit to develop a character like that... like, it's one thing to see what people are actually saying online but another to use that as real life inspiration for someone who’s supposed to be a complex individual? 🤔

And I guess the thing is, sometimes you just don’t know what people want from their entertainment anymore. Like, do we really want our stories shaped by internet trends or should it be more about actual human experiences and emotions? 🤷‍♂️

But hey, at least Jesse Plemons was able to make Teddy somewhat relatable? I mean, the way he portrayed that character was pretty convincing, even if it is a bit unsettling... 👀
 
lol i just saw a squirrel outside my window doing some crazy backflips what is up with those things? anyway, so this movie Save the Green Planet! is kinda fascinating... i wonder if teddy's character would've been different if they made him more relatable to everyday people or if he's just supposed to be that weirdo? 🐿️ and omg have you seen all those conspiracy theories on 4chan? it's wild how someone can create an entire world from scratch online. but yeah, i get what the screenwriter is trying to do - show how extremism can be alluring in a certain way... 🤔
 
lol i feel like some ppl r way too quick 2 judge teddy rn like, what if he's just a dude who's been misinformed cuz of his internet choices? we can't all be experts on every topic! 🤔 also gotta give credit to jesse plemons 4 bringing this character 2 life, he's got range lol. will tracy's approach 2 writing is pretty interesting, using reddit rants as inspiration shows u dont have 2 stick 2 the norm. but at the same time, we need 2 be careful not 2 glorify or excuse extremism in any way 🤷‍♂️ this whole movie feels like a thought experiment about our online world & how it shapes us 😳
 
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