Maya Hawke, the daughter of Hollywood icons Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke, has been making waves in the entertainment industry with her impressive acting skills. The 22-year-old has been following in her mother’s footsteps, working with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino in his latest film, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”. However, it seems that her mother had some words of advice for her before she stepped onto the set.
In a recent interview with NME, Uma Thurman revealed that she had warned her daughter to “keep her shoes on” while working with Tarantino. The actress, who has worked with Tarantino on several occasions, including the iconic “Kill Bill” series, knows all too well about the director’s intense and physically demanding filming style.
Thurman shared that she had told her daughter, “Quentin likes to do things the old-fashioned way. He likes to do everything for real. So, I said, ‘Maya, if you’re going to work with Quentin, just keep your shoes on. Don’t take them off for anything.'” This advice may seem odd to those who are not familiar with Tarantino’s work, but for those who have seen his films, it makes perfect sense.
Tarantino is known for his meticulous attention to detail and his desire to make his films as authentic as possible. This often means long hours on set and physically demanding scenes for the actors. In “Kill Bill”, Thurman famously performed her own stunts, including the iconic fight scene with Lucy Liu’s character, O-Ren Ishii. So, it’s no surprise that she would want her daughter to be prepared for the physical demands of working with Tarantino.
But it’s not just about keeping her shoes on. Thurman also shared that she had advised her daughter to “be careful” and “be respectful” while working with Tarantino. She explained, “He’s a very intense director and he’s very passionate about his work. So, I just wanted her to be careful and be respectful of that.”
It’s clear that Thurman has a lot of respect for Tarantino and his work. She has previously praised him for his unique vision and his ability to create unforgettable characters and stories. And it seems that her daughter shares the same admiration for the director.
In an interview with The New York Times, Hawke expressed her excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to work with Tarantino. She said, “I feel so lucky to have been able to work with Quentin. He’s such a genius and he’s so passionate about what he does. It was an incredible experience.”
Hawke also shared that her mother’s advice had been helpful on set. She said, “I definitely kept my shoes on the whole time. And I was very careful and respectful. It was a great experience and I learned so much from him.”
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” has received critical acclaim and has been nominated for multiple awards, including 10 Academy Awards. Hawke’s performance has also been praised, with many critics noting her natural talent and on-screen chemistry with her co-stars.
It’s clear that Maya Hawke is carving out her own path in Hollywood, but it’s also heartwarming to see her following in her mother’s footsteps and receiving valuable advice from her. With her talent and determination, there’s no doubt that she will continue to make a name for herself in the industry. And who knows, maybe one day she will also work with her father, Ethan Hawke, and complete the family trifecta of working with Quentin Tarantino.
