Lily-Rose Depp Discusses Another Scandalous Episode of Her New Series, ‘The Idol’
Published on June 12th, 2023 | Updated on June 12th, 2023 | By FanFest
In the latest installment of The Idol, viewers were introduced to a deeply poignant concept: the meltdown of a pop star. This relatable theme struck a chord with audiences, as we are all too familiar with the struggles faced by celebrities. Lily-Rose Depp, who portrays the protagonist Jocelyn, has expressed her sadness towards her character’s suffering and trauma after experiencing a mental breakdown during filming.
The episode titled “Double Fantasy” delves into Jocelyn’s challenges in creating her own music, burdened by the expectations set by her previous album. It explores the obstacles and lack of artistic freedom faced by pop stars in an industry that primarily focuses on achieving commercial success and appealing to popular tastes. In a desperate bid for recognition and validation, Jocelyn seeks assistance from club owner Tedros to launch her new endeavor.
In an interview with Deadline, Depp shared the heart-wrenching experience of shooting the scene that captures Jocelyn’s acute emotional turmoil following her stage fall.
“It was heartbreaking to shoot because I have so much empathy for her. Even though she reaches a point where she is unable to continue, it is extremely difficult for her to walk off that stage. Being immersed in Jocelyn’s world, she realizes the complexities of the machinery surrounding her, the dependencies on her, and the immense pressure she faces.”
Showrunner Sam Levinson encapsulated the essence of the episode, describing it as an individual struggle and how the excessive pressure can lead to self-sabotage.
“Jocelyn feels creatively stagnant and begins seeking inspiration in dark places. Episode 2 explores what happens when someone becomes excessively self-critical to the point of self-sabotage.”
The summary and theme of this episode evoke similarities to the experiences of industry-leading stars such as Britney Spears and Katy Perry, who faced highly-publicized setbacks in their rise to fame due to the pressures imposed by the industry and the demand to conform to popular expectations. The Idol effectively reflects these challenges and resonates with the audience.
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