Fast forward to a recent interview where Jake Gyllenhaal not only delved into his relationship with Jeanne Cadieu but also provided insights into the complexities of filming intimate scenes with Jennifer Aniston. During an appearance on The Howard Stern Show, Gyllenhaal was candidly asked whether sharing a romantic moment with his long-time crush, Jennifer Aniston, had been a form of "torture."
Gyllenhaal didn't hold back, admitting that love scenes, in general, tend to be "awkward" experiences. He shared, "Oh yeah, it was torture, yes it was. But it was also not torture. I mean, come on, it was like a mix of both."
Jake elaborated on the inherent awkwardness of such scenes, citing the discomfort of being observed by a crew of 30 to 50 people. "That doesn't turn me on. It's oddly mechanical, and also, it's a dance. You're choreographing for a camera."
To make the experience more comfortable, Jake mentioned the use of a "pillow technique" during the filming of "The Good Girl." It turned out that this was a thoughtful suggestion from Jennifer herself, as Jake recalled, "I think that was actually a Jennifer suggestion she was very kind to suggest it before we began. She was like, 'I'm putting a pillow here.'"
Gyllenhaal's feelings about this intimate scene are relatable to many, given Jennifer Aniston's widespread appeal. After all, it's not just Jake who has fallen under her spell; even fellow actors like Cole Sprouse, known for his role as Ross Geller's son Ben in the iconic sitcom "FRIENDS," have confessed to harboring a crush on her.
