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Florence Pugh Abused Herself Filming 'Midsommar' and Won't Do It Again
VarietyStory by Zack Sharf
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Florence Pugh opens up about the emotional toll of her harrowing 'Midsommar' role, vowing to never put herself through that again.
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- Pugh reveals she 'abused herself' mentally and physically to portray Dani's devastating grief and breakdown in the horror hit, taking a major personal toll.
- The Oscar-nominated actress says she's done with taking on roles that force her to 'abuse' herself, prioritizing her wellbeing over the demands of intense performances.
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Florence Pugh, People, Midsommar