If you’ve already seen Netflix’s Mother of the Bride, you’ll recognise the scene we’re about to discuss. If you haven’t, let us paint you a picture.
Lana (Brooke Shields) has travelled all the way to Thailand for her daughter’s wedding, only to discover that her new son-in-law’s father (Benjamin Bratt) is the guy who destroyed her heart many years before. If that wasn’t bad enough, Lana unintentionally walks in on her ex naked, save for a cleverly placed straw.
It’s a brief scene, but it’s unforgettable for Shields, who described filming it as “the best day of my life” during a recent visit to The View. She then recounted how she surprised Bratt by making him feel comfortable being naked on television.
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“They have these things called modesty socks,” Shields told the co-hosts. “For women, it’s a modesty triangle.” They tape it exactly where the camera will go. For someone who’s generally on the receiving end of worrying about getting glued into their clothes, I felt pity for him — and pain for myself that he was wearing that darn sock.”
In all seriousness, Shields stated, “He was vulnerable, and it was extremely nice. They had to backtrack and take my side. I said, “God, this feels so unfair.” To surprise him, I taped my boobs with sticky tape and dropped my dress just as he turned around, making him feel less alone.
It’s a strange story, especially for an on-set joke, but one Bratt greatly appreciated. Shields recalls: “He came to me after and said, ‘I can’t thank you enough.'” “I was feeling very vulnerable.” Do you appreciate Shields going the extra mile for her co-star? Grade Mother of the Bride and then leave a comment with your comprehensive review.
What is the Mother of the Bride’s Plot?
Emma, the daughter of Lana, unveils unexpected news upon her return from abroad: she will be matrimonial in Thailand within the next month. Lana is profoundly troubled when she learns that the fiancé of Emma is in fact the progeny of her former romantic interest.
Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove co-star as Lana and Emma, respectively. Wilson Cruz, Tasneem Roc, Dalip Sondhi, Rachael Harris, Chad Michael Murray, and Michael McDonald are also featured in the cast. The premiere date for Mother of the Bride on Netflix is May 9, 2024.
