Eva Victor recently expressed excitement about collaborating with Pedro Pascal on the set of the highly anticipated Pedro Pascal Behemoth movie. Speaking at the Gotham Awards, Victor shared insights on working alongside Pascal and the positive influence he brought to the project.
Eva Victor Reflects on Working with Pedro Pascal
At the 2024 Gotham Awards in New York, Eva Victor conveyed deep admiration for her co-star Pedro Pascal, remarking on his kindness and presence during filming. Victor, 31, highlighted the unique environment created by Pascal on set, which proved invaluable for cast members as they filmed Behemoth! together.
“Pedro is like a walking heart. He is so kind, so warm, so funny. He’s just so charismatic, it’s insane,”
Victor said at the event.
“I feel really lucky to get to be in his orbit and, you know, as an actor, all you really ask, all you really pray for is you get to feel like you are being truthful and that you are feeling safe.”
– Eva Victor, Actor
Victor also emphasized the value of learning from both Pascal and celebrated director Tony Gilroy, stating how observing their leadership influenced their perspective as an actor.
“Both Tony Gilroy and Pedro have been insane inspirations to me for how to run a set, how to be a leader on set,”
Victor acknowledged.
“So it’s a total dream come true.”
– Eva Victor, Actor
Cast and Storyline Details for Behemoth!
While eager for audiences to see the film, Victor refrained from disclosing specific plot details, maintaining a sense of excitement. The drama stars Eva Victor and Pedro Pascal in leading roles, joined by David Harbour, Olivia Wilde, Matthew Lillard, Alexa Swinton, and Margarita Levieva.
The story follows a musician from a family of performers who returns to Los Angeles, set against the dramatic backdrop of personal and professional challenges. As of now, the film’s release date has yet to be announced, building anticipation among fans of the cast, including those familiar with Olivia Wilde and Matthew Lillard’s work.
Eva Victor’s Career Highlights at Gotham Awards
During the awards show, Eva Victor was also recognized for her work on Sorry, Baby, which competed for both Best Feature and Best Original Screenplay. Though the top prize went to One Battle After Another and Jafar Panahi was awarded for It Was Just an Accident, Victor’s film remained a notable contender.
In addition to acting, Victor wrote and directed Sorry, Baby, marking a significant directorial debut. The film features performances by Victor, Naomi Ackie, Louis Cancelmi, Kelly McCormack, Lucas Hedges, and John Carroll Lynch. Sorry, Baby tells the story of Agnes, a literature professor struggling with depression following a sexual assault, while managing the emotional effects of learning that a close friend is pregnant via sperm donor.
Inspiration and Themes in Sorry, Baby
Victor shared candidly about the origins of Sorry, Baby, reflecting on the need for emotionally supportive films that validate the experiences of trauma survivors.
“There was a time in my life when I was looking for a film about going through a trauma that held my hand while I was watching it,”
Victor revealed.
“I didn’t want the film to scare me with violent images or harsh words that shocked my system and shut me down — I wanted the film to hug me tight without shying away from the pain of it all. I needed the film to care for me, the person who’d been through the difficult thing. I didn’t need a film that existed to teach people how bad it is to go through a bad thing, I needed a film that existed to make me feel less alone.”
– Eva Victor, Filmmaker
Victor described the project as a testament to the power of supportive, intimate friendship.
“Sorry, Baby was a love letter to the intimate friendship that can save your life when things are mind-bendingly painful.”
– Eva Victor, Filmmaker
The film focuses on the long-term process of healing and the meaningful moments that help one overcome trauma.
“It’s a film about one person’s attempt at healing over five years, and the small moments of joy that act as rebellion in the aftermath of a trauma that feels like it’s trying to keep you lonely and outside of the world,”
Victor noted.
“So the structure became about the journey of the two friends’ relationship — the beginning a joyful reunion, the middle a pivotal moment of care that brings the two friends eternally close.”
– Eva Victor, Filmmaker
Looking Ahead After Gotham Awards
Although reflecting on recent creative achievements, Victor remains uncertain about immediate next steps while maintaining an openness to new opportunities.
“I am seriously day by day right now. You wouldn’t even believe the way I was looking at my calendar. I was like, what time do we leave?”
Victor explained.
“Like it’s that kind of thing. That said, I look forward to resting a bit and then getting back to the page.”
– Eva Victor, Filmmaker
The anticipation continues to build around the Pedro Pascal Behemoth movie, which combines an accomplished cast, including Margarita Levieva, Alexa Swinton, David Harbour, and Olivia Wilde, under the direction of Tony Gilroy. As the finishing touches are put on Behemoth! and audiences await a formal release date, the collaboration between Eva Victor and Pedro Pascal stands out as a highlight, promising a powerful exploration of family, artistry, and healing set in Los Angeles.
