Andrew Garfield Shares Story of Late Hollywood Icon on First Film Set
Actor Andrew Garfield recalls working with late legend Robert Redford, who was often four hours late on set during his film debut.
POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Actor Andrew Garfield has shared a personal anecdote about working with the late Hollywood icon Robert Redford on his first film, revealing that the legendary actor was consistently late to set.
The British star, now 43, made his film debut in the 2007 war drama Lions for Lambs, where he played student Todd Hayes. The movie also featured Tom Cruise and Meryl Streep, with Redford both starring and directing. Garfield described Redford as a ‘beautiful man’ who was ‘always late to everything,’ adding that he was ‘terrified and nervous’ on the first day of filming.
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Garfield recounted how Redford’s lateness eventually eased his nerves, as the actor’s relaxed demeanor and casual style made him feel at ease. He noted that Redford would often ask for his opinion on his performances, treating him like an equal. The two shared a deep respect, with Garfield calling Redford ‘so beautiful’ and ‘so nice.’ Redford, who passed away last year at age 89, left a lasting legacy in Hollywood through roles like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and earned multiple awards throughout his career.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
