For actors, staging a kiss in a movie is simply part of the job. They have to convincingly portray emotions and feelings for their co-stars—even when there’s no real romance between them. It can be especially difficult when they don’t get along with the person they’re supposed to kiss.
These Movie Kisses Weren’t Exactly Romantic
Even when actors are friends, filming an intimate scene can still feel awkward. The iconic upside-down kiss in the rain between Spider-Man (Tobey Maguire) and Mary Jane (Kirsten Dunst) is legendary. But did you know that Tobey was reportedly very reluctant to film the scene?
He knew it would be an uncomfortable experience. Not only did the blood rush to his head, but he also had to deal with rainwater running down his nose. Check out our photo gallery to discover other stars who found kissing their co-stars less than romantic.