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Zac Efron transforms into a suave Hollywood imposter as he is seen on-set with glamorous Phoebe Dynevor for the first time for their dark new thriller Famous Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] By LAURA FOX FOR MAILONLINE Published: 06:01 EST, 22 November 2024 | Updated: 06:30 EST, 22 November 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Zac Efron has been spotted filming scenes with Phoebe Dynevor for their dark new thriller Famous for the first time. The High School Musical star has transformed into a villainous figure determined to find fame thanks to his resemblance to another Hollywood star, and he was seen filming the latest scenes in the heart of Los Angeles .
Playing the role of Zac's glamorous companion, Phoebe, 29, was dressed in a stunning green printed gown as she and her co-star played the eye-catching couple arriving for a glitzy ceremony together. The pair were hand-in-hand as they emerged from a car to attend the event, with Zac once again sported a dapper brown suit. It was revealed earlier this year in July that Zac, 37, had been cast in the movie and teaming up with A24 once again following his performance in The Iron Claw, which released in December 2023.
Zac Efron has been spotted filming scenes with Phoebe Dynevor for their dark new thriller Famous for the first time The High School Musical star has transformed into a villainous figure determined to find fame thanks to his resemblance to another Hollywood star Zac and Phoebe were seen filming scenes for their new thriller for the first time, after he was first pictured on set last week Zac and Ernie Hudson were spotted holding a lighthearted conversation in between takes of a scene that seemingly took place in the front yard of a Los Angeles house. Other crew members could be seen standing nearby on a porch as they prepared to film the two stars. Famous is based on the novel of the same name written by Blake Crouch - who is also known for penning Dark Matter.
The former Disney channel star plays dual roles in the film, including a Hollywood heartthrob named James Jansen and a fan, Lance Dunkquist. The premise is: 'Lance Dunkquist has the face of a movie star. Not just any movie star - Lance has been mistaken for Hollywood star James Jansen 228 times.
' 'And now Lance is about to go to LA to make his dream come true. No matter what it takes,' per an official IMDB synopsis. Two months earlier in September, it was announced that Bridgerton star Phoebe had joined the cast.
Earlier this month, Efron was also spotted seemingly filming another scene for Famous. He sported a similar hairstyle to his character of Troy in High School Musical. The pair emerged from a car to attend the event, with Zac sporting a dapper brown suit It was revealed earlier this year in July that Zac, 37, had been cast in the movie and teaming up with A24 once again Zac received critical praise for his performance in the emotional wrestling biopic The Iron Claw, following its release last year Famous is based on the novel of the same name written by Blake Crouch - who is also known for penning Dark Matter Phoebe transformed into the glamorous siren in her gorgeous green printed gown, and layered a jacket over her outfit to battle the chill The Bridgerton star is set to star alongside Zac for the first time in the upcoming A24 film The former Disney channel star plays dual roles in the film, including a Hollywood heartthrob named James Jansen and a fan, Lance Dunkquist The premise is: 'Lance Dunkquist has the face of a movie star.
Not just any movie star - Lance has been mistaken for Hollywood star James Jansen 228 times' 'And now Lance is about to go to LA to make his dream come true. No matter what it takes,' per an official IMDB synopsis Two months earlier in September, it was announced that Bridgerton star Phoebe had joined the cast Earlier this month, Efron was also spotted seemingly filming another scene for Famous. He sported a similar hairstyle to his character of Troy in High School Musical Most recently, Efron starred in the Netflix romantic comedy, A Family Affair, along with Nicole Kidman and Joey King The movie hit the streaming site during the summer in June - but received mixed reviews from critics Zac also portrayed Kevin Von Erich in A24's The Iron Claw, which gained positive reception and currently holds a score of 89% on Rotten Tomatoes During an interview with Deadline earlier this year in January, the actor opened up about the next steps in his career and future roles Read More Zac Efron goes back to his High School Musical hairdo as he films in LA The actor held a serious expression on his face during a scene, but later flashed a big smile as he talked to one of the crew members in between takes.
Most recently, Efron starred in the Netflix romantic comedy, A Family Affair, along with Nicole Kidman and Joey King. The movie hit the streaming site during the summer in June - but received mixed reviews from critics. Zac also portrayed Kevin Von Erich in A24's The Iron Claw, which gained positive reception and currently holds a score of 89% on Rotten Tomatoes.
During an interview with Deadline earlier this year in January, the actor opened up about the next steps in his career and future roles. 'I'm looking for directors with a real story to tell, and a perspective, and a group around them that is as committed, [where] their commitment is as strong as mine to give the audience a reason to see the film.' He added: 'I'll definitely be more selective, I think, in the best ways.
This is why I've always wanted to make movies.' 'I view it more as a responsibility now, and I think that's just naturally going to make me more selective moving forward. And it does take a lot out of you.
So, I think less is more in these moments.' Zac later expressed, 'I really enjoy working with directors that have a vision and that can guide. I can't pick a genre or a style of film that would be the most appealing next.
' 'I just know whatever one it's going to be, and I love all of them, I just want it to feel real and authentic, and be able to commit wholly to it.' 'I'm looking for directors with a real story to tell, and a perspective, and a group around them that is as committed, [where] their commitment is as strong as mine,' he said He added: 'I'll definitely be more selective, I think, in the best ways. This is why I've always wanted to make movies' 'I view it more as a responsibility now, and I think that's just naturally going to make me more selective moving forward.
And it does take a lot out of you. So, I think less is more in these moments,' Zac added Zac later expressed, 'I really enjoy working with directors that have a vision and that can guide. I can't pick a genre or a style of film that would be the most appealing next' The former Disney heartthrob has taken on a duel role in the upcoming thriller Zac has transformed into the hunky Hollywood star for his latest role He was spotted filming a glitzy red carpet event for the scenes Zac's latest dual roles in Famous comes just three months after he was hospitalized while swimming at a lavish villa in Ibiza in August He broke his silence soon afterwards by uploading an Instagram photo of himself exercising outdoors while shirtless Zac's latest dual roles in Famous comes just three months after he was hospitalized while swimming at a lavish villa in Ibiza in August.
He broke his silence soon afterwards by uploading an Instagram photo of himself exercising outdoors while shirtless. The star simply penned, 'Happy and Healthy, thanks for the well wishes.' Insiders later told TMZ that Efron had dove into the pool while with friends and upon doing so, ingested a large amount of water into his lungs.
The High School Musical 'showed signs of distress' afterwards and also appeared to be 'momentarily dazed.' Once security officials had rushed to Efron, he was then taken to a hospital 'as a precautionary measure.' After undergoing X-rays to ensure that his lungs were clear of water - Efron was medically cleared by doctors at the facility.
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