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Halsey Makes Cinema Debut in Western Thriller 'Americana'

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Pop sensation Halsey is making waves in the film industry with her debut in the Western thriller 'Americana', a story described as 'Tarantino-esque'. The film, set to release next Friday, features alongside Halsey, Euphoria stars Sydney Sweeney and Eric Dane, in a tale of unlikely allies on a perilous quest. Their journey puts them at odds with a ruthless mercenary played by Dane, and as the plot unfolds, the paths of various characters intersect.

Key Takeaways:

  • Halsey's character, Mandy Starr, is a desperate woman fleeing her past with her son Cal, played by emerging talent Gavin Maddox Bergman.
  • Gavin, who was a pre-teen during filming, has spoken highly of Halsey's kindness, revealing she got him a six-pack of Crumbl cookies for his 12th birthday and an iPad to encourage his interest in digital art.
  • The young actor had already become a fan of Halsey's music before working alongside her, often listening to her songs with his mother.
  • Gavin was drawn to his role in 'Americana' due to the character's relatable desire to find belonging and connection.

Statistics:

  • The film 'Americana' is set to release in UK cinemas on August 22.
  • Gavin Maddox Bergman was a pre-teen during filming and is now a teenage actor.
  • The character of Mandy Starr, played by Halsey, is a desperate woman fleeing her past.

Sources:

  • "Halsey is such a kind person. She's very generous and we actually found that we have a lot of shared interests, specifically with art." - Gavin Maddox Bergman, as quoted in the Mirror's Screen Time team.
  • "My 12th birthday was on set and she went out of her way to get me a six-pack of Crumbl cookies as a surprise." - Gavin Maddox Bergman, as quoted in the Mirror's Screen Time team.
  • "She got me an iPad because I hadn't had any devices like that. She wanted me to get into digital art and she was very kind for getting me that," - Gavin Maddox Bergman, as quoted in the Mirror's Screen Time team.
  • "Americana lands in UK cinemas on August 22" - The Mirror (US).

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