Jenna Ortega & Elle Fanning | Actors on Actors

In their Actors on Actors conversation, Jenna Ortega ('Wednesday') and Elle Fanning ('The Great') get real about Jenna's struggle with publicity after the success of 'Wednesday.' Elle and Jenna bond over putting on a producer hat for their respective shows. Elle talks about growing up through her character, Catherine, in 'The Great', and Jenna speaks about collaborating with Tim Burton and having more influence in her second season.

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[lunaolivia]

I love that she cried and Elle didn’t react by saying “oh don’t cry” or something similar. Because as an emotional person oftentimes you are made to feel like crying is bad.

[DeanithForeverYoung]

The Fanning sisters are some of the most talented actors that have been acting since babies and also remained grounded and unproblematic. Love them.

[ClaraMe]

This interview was so wholesome. Two random actors paired up and the conversation flows so naturally, I think they clicked so much, and Elle looks so wise and supportive. She def gives older sister vibes even though she is not. Elle is so sweet and such a ray of sunshine and Jenna is so honest and real, I loved it. My favourite so far.

[Marrsai]

Dude when Elle said “you are perfection” 7:04 and it flashes to Jenna’s face you can tell that she genuinely was taken back by it 7:10 because she said she looked up to the Fanning sisters while growing up 😢

[TheEbo]

I hope these two become friends after this because this is the most comfortable I have seen Jenna in an interview. Elle Fanning is the best and so thoughtful. Incredible since she's been through the ringer as an actress and dealing with fame this well but I hope there are more people in Jenna's life that help her deal with the social media aspect of her life or take her off it to protect her.

[Rosssums]

Elle felt like Jenna’s big sister here. Jenna idolises her and Elle respects Jenna as a human. I’ve never seen one of these interviews where people join as humans, and just talk ❤

[moviecats_]

Jenna is so sharp and articulate. Watching her speak and decide how to construct her sentences (her vocabulary is exquisite!) you can tell there is so much going on in her mind. And Elle is so mature and grounding and calming and comforting, like the best kind of older sister (ironic since she’s the younger sister in real life). What a fantastic duo and wonderful conversation!

[marimarcalbero]

Elle seems really wise, I love how she handled Jenna's emotions. Jenna is really having a hard time lately. We've all been young once and made mistakes, but when you're in the public eye, some people doesn't give you the grace for those mistakes. Elle is very kind to acknowledge her struggle and giving her very helpful advices that a young girl really needs in her age. This talk is very authentic and very comforting.

[usamakhan]

Elle Fanning just gives of KIND VIBES!!

[biancat]

I love how articulate and mature Jenna is for her age.

[SergioMolan]

People barely realize she is one of the few Latinas in the spotlight, there is a lot of jealousy and negativity around her, and I'm so glad she's this resilient. She's a genuinely inspiring young woman!

[Nancy-sfpl]

Elle Fanning is incredible and it’s so nice that she’s been getting her flowers lately. What an amazing career she’s had and she’s only 25. I definitely see her getting an Oscar nomination in the near future

[justinxfrederic]

the fact that anyone could say anything negative about such a beautiful soul like Jenna breaks my heart. what a wonderful person!

[Dino]

Elle Fanning is like sunshine. Her energy just radiates though the screen. Jenna was immediately comfortable with her, and this conversation went to very interesting places and it was so entertaining to learn so muchh about them both. Two young talents that have been working for so many years and it's great to see them get recognized. Can't wait to see what they will do next.

[MelissaNgai]

I love how honest and vulnerable these sessions get. This one's special because both of them are such young people but are pretty seasoned actors for their ages and with all the attention Jenna's getting in her professional and personal life, things are undoubtedly full of pressure. And Elle can fully understand that. So it's just cool to see this pairing, and it must be nice for two young professionals to be able to just talk and relate with Elle sharing her wisdom and experiences with Jenna.

I also forget how YOUNG Elle is because shes been acting for so long. And with her sister being in hollywood for so long it just baffles me to think Elle is only 25.

[lyndalobe]

Jenna opening up about social media, being vulnerable and choking up was so moving ❤️ You can really see she’s a true, genuine person and Elle Fanning‘s right; it’s so courageous of her to open up about her feelings, she comes across as really authentic. Truly an actor for the ages <3

[scarlet-pwd]

Elle Fanning is so underrated. She is unbelievable in 'The Great'

[koi]

Seeing Jenna in such a relaxed state is honestly so relieving for me, and I imagine relieving for a lot of us to be able to learn about her journey where she can fully express herself. I think this interview really helps to acknowledge that the industry they work in is wholly devouring and so dangerous despite its rewards. Elle Fanning creates such a raw and honest environment, and you really get to see the impacts this all has (in a good way).
Jenna is such a sweet, talented soul who deserves every ounce of success, and it hurts to know there are people out there mean enough to try and ruin this for her. Social media is a literal war zone, and it’s so so unfair that people like her are victims to it just because of the inhumane types of people online. It’s a place of limitless freedom and too often this is exploited rather then celebrated.

[DocDarkness]

Jenna opening up about Social Media and becoming so emotional really tugs at the heart strings. Heres a young woman who only wants to do the best job she can in her career to entertain people and was driven off platforms by so called "fans" who twist and manipulate everything she's says or does. My hope is that shes beginning to realize that being herself is the ONLY way to present one's self, and that haters are going to hate regardless of what she does. Being true to herself and ignoring the madness that is the internet will go a long way in helping her overcome her fears and hesitancy. Its nice knowing that despite it all she's still so passionate about acting and eager to perform, it's wonderful to hear her say that.

[mione]

Elle just shines bright. Light bright energy. So genuinely nice. Seeing her bring a calmness and safe vibe to this conversation. Jenna opening up was so beautiful to see.