During the filming of Scream, actress Neve Campbell, who played the lead role of Sidney Prescott, was known for her commitment to realism — so much so that she actually hit her co-stars during fight scenes.
Determined to make every battle and struggle look authentic, Neve refused to use stunt doubles and insisted on performing her own stunts. Director Wes Craven often urged her to be more careful, but she was adamant about not compromising the intensity of the scenes.
For instance, in one intense scene, Neve pushed Matthew Lillard so forcefully that he ended up injuring his wrist. In another moment, she accidentally struck Rose McGowan in the stomach with her elbow, leaving a noticeable bruise. Despite these incidents, Neve’s commitment helped bring a raw and believable energy to Scream, contributing to its status as a cult classic in the horror genre.
