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Topics: Celebrity, Film and TV, Hollywood, Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Sex and Relationships
Ellie Kemp
Topics: Celebrity, Film and TV, Hollywood, Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Sex and Relationships
Liam Neeson told of how the intimacy coordinator of his new movie reacted to steamy scene between him and Pamela Anderson.
The powerhouse duo are starring the upcoming Naked Gun movie, set for release on August 1.
The crime comedy follows Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. (Neeson), who, as per the synopsis, follows in his father's footsteps to lead Police Squad and save the world.
This new release is the fifth instalment in The Naked Gun franchise, which first began in 1989.
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The new movie's cast includes Busta Rhymes, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, Danny Huston, Liza Koshy, Cody Rhodes and CCH Pounder.
Filming for the reboot got started last year, and it appears Neeson and Anderson hit it off pretty well indeed.
Speaking to PEOPLE, Neeson claimed he is now 'madly in love' after working with Anderson.
Meanwhile, she dubbed him the 'perfect gentleman,' adding: "He brings out the best in you… with respect, kindness and depth of experience. It was an absolute honor to work with him." Aww, you two!
They also had some pretty insane chemistry on screen, with their intimacy coordinator having to step away.
Coordinators like this are commonplace in Hollywood and are there to ensure that 'physically intimate' scenes are handled safely, respectfully and consensually.
Neeson explained how their coordinator had to excuse herself from their steamy bedroom shoots, explaining: "I'd never had one before. But she was in the background. There was no kind of, 'OK! Excuse me!'"
But the heat got a little too intense for her, as Neeson revealed she told the stars: "I can't take this! This is too hot for me. I'm going for coffee."
Neeson and Anderson's working relationship has continued to thrive, as she told Entertainment Weekly: "I think I have a friend forever in Liam. And we definitely have a connection that is very sincere, very loving, and he's a good guy."
She continued: "Our chemistry was clear from the start. We have the utmost respect for one another."
Anderson then described a 'romantic dinner' the pair ventured on together - with their assistants, that is.
"I invited him and his assistant over for romantic dinners with me and my assistant so our relationship stayed 'professionally romantic' during filming," she explained.
On the movie's release, she added: "I'm hoping people love it. We had so much fun making it. I think it's timely for a beloved comedy like this. I'm a fan of the originals. As Liam says, 'We could all use a good giggle.' I pray we do more."
The Naked Gun releases in theaters on August 1.