Billie Lourd: “‘Journey to Paradise’ is different because it’s more sour, sarcastic and has a lot of black humor”

George Clooney and Julia Roberts lead “Journey to Paradise” very well accompanied. Among others from secondary Billie Lourd and Kaitlyn Dever giving voice to a new generation, providing a contrast between the experiences of the experienced lead couple and the way relationships are approached today. Both actresses, friends in real life who have already coincided in the fantastic ‘Super Nerds’, tell us hand in hand what it was like to shoot with two of Hollywood’s latest big stars and what makes this film different from its predecessors.

“I think it’s different because it’s more ferocious, and I love anything that has bad slime”Loud comments. “He has more sarcasm and bad blood. A lot of classic romantic comedies are funny and cute but there is a lot of black humor in this, which gives it a fresh and cheeky touch”. To this it must obviously be added that she is led by two very important interpreters. Both bring packaging to film for their long careers and the three-decade friendship they share, but also in the case of Roberts there was talk of recovering what was the ‘girlfriend of America’. ‘Pretty Woman’, ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’ or ‘Notting Hill’ are some of those romantic 90s movies that made the aforementioned actress such an icon. “They are real movie starsof those who are no longer made “stresses Lourd.

For his part, Dever conveys that on the set of filming they felt thrilled to have chosen the casting as many viewers who love romantic comedy, ensuring that working with the couple was “absolute madness”. “They are hilarious and have fantastic energy. Plus the friendship between them is very special and spending time with them is fantastic. Our heads exploded because we admire them so much”.

romance on the big screen

“Journey to Paradise” premieres in the midst of the blockbuster era, a time when CGI-focused films and sequels hog the attention of those viewers who are still trying to make plans to go to the movies. But if visual engagement is a major attraction when it comes to being successful in theaters, Lourd is clear that this film is more than enough thanks to “beaches!”. “They have to be seen on the big screen! We shot in a beautiful location and the waves feel real. Seeing them on an iPad or on TV doesn’t do them justice because they are just stunning.”.

“Yes, but everyone has been looking forward to seeing a romantic comedy like this for a while too.”Dever adds. “Plus, this joins in with the collective experience you get when you sit in the cinema and listen to the laughter around you. and you can cry accompanied by other spectators “. “And George Clooney and Julia Roberts!”he exclaims loudly. “They are movie stars not iPad stars, they are beautiful down to the last pore!”.

* Preview of “Journey to Paradise”. only in cinemas this Friday 9 September.