Lina Esco has described her easygoing experience co-starring with Ben Affleck in Netflix’s new crime thriller The Rip, revealing the pair were “dorking around” during intimate bedroom scenes. Speaking at the film’s premiere in New York, the 40-year-old actress recalled that she and Affleck were “giggling” while filming the romantic moments.
Directed by Joe Carnahan, The Rip reunites Affleck with Matt Damon as Miami cops who discover millions in cash and become distrustful of their colleagues. Esco plays Captain Jackie Velez, who has a romance with Affleck’s character. She praised the on-set atmosphere as “very lowkey, very down to earth” and noted that there was “nothing pretentious” about anyone involved.
Esco credited the relaxed environment to Affleck and Damon, who produced the film through their company Artists Equity. She said Carnahan played soundtrack music throughout shooting to keep the mood consistent. “He just made sure everyone was comfortable at all times,” she added.
Affleck and Damon have said they intentionally fostered a collaborative set. Appearing on The Tonight Show, Affleck explained that they implemented an “old-school” back-end bonus model adapted for streaming, so that cast and crew share in the film’s financial success. “Every single person involved … if they’re committed to making the movie good, it’s very likely to be better,” he said.
