After her portrayal of Martha in Baby Reindeer, Jessica Gunning’s audition tape has been released by Netflix and has received overwhelming praise from fans.
Gunning’s performance as Martha Scott in the series has received acclaim, as she embodies Richard Gadd’s real-life stalker. Her portrayal effectively showcases a range of intricate emotions as Martha becomes obsessed with Gadd’s Donny Dunn.
It is evident that Martha was destined for the role, as evidenced by Netflix’s release of Gunning’s audition tape for the character. The script test specifically focused on the restaurant scene, which showcased Martha’s true nature to Donny.
The video seamlessly transitions between Gunning reading the script in character and its on-screen version in the Netflix series.
See Jessica Gunning’s audition tape for her powerful role as Martha in the limited series, BABY REINDEER. From creator and writer Richard Gadd. pic.twitter.com/jzvSPHl78F
— Netflix (@netflix) June 7, 2024
During the scene, Donny takes Martha to a nearby restaurant where she becomes upset upon discovering that Donny was previously injured. She demands that he reveal the identity of those responsible, causing Donny to struggle to free his hand from her grasp as Martha yells in anger.
Upon viewing the audition tape, a fan on X/Twitter expressed, “She is absolutely amazing!”
“Another viewer praised Jessica Gunning’s audition tape for the role of Martha in #BabyReindeer, stating that it was a revelation and a masterclass in acting. They also commended Richard Gadd for creating such a captivating series that keeps audiences glued to their screens.”
Many fans expressed their hope that Gunning would receive an Emmy or BAFTA nomination for Baby Reindeer, with Staff Pick Films noting, “She’s going to need a large trophy case at home.”
Some also pointed out that Gunning had already demonstrated her acting skills in the past, as she played Diane Pemberley in the crime thriller The Outlaws and also contributed as a writer for one episode.
You can watch Baby Reindeer on Netflix. Additionally, you can learn about Gunning’s absence on social media, the lawsuit against Netflix by the supposed real Martha, and the latest TV shows available to stream.
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