Chris Hansen Calls A24's 'Primetime' and Pattinson Portrayal 'Bizarre'
Chris Hansen criticizes A24's 'Primetime' and Robert Pattinson's portrayal of him, saying he left the studio without seeing the film due to a legal agreement.
Chris Hansen has criticized A24's new film Primetime and Robert Pattinson's portrayal of him, calling the impression bizarre and detached from reality. Hansen said he found Pattinson's performance overly dramatic, though his family considered it a pretty good imitation.
Hansen also said he left A24's offices without seeing the film because of a legal agreement he was asked to sign. He plans to share his full reaction on his podcast and YouTube channel, Have A Seat With Chris Hansen.
Primetime stars Pattinson as Hansen in 2006, when To Catch a Predator moved from Dateline NBC to its own primetime block. A24 described the film as inspired by true events rather than a biopic.
The film opened in theaters this week after premiering at the Venice Film Festival, where it received a seven-minute ovation. According to Variety, Hansen's remarks add a new layer to the film's reception.
Quick answers
What did Chris Hansen say about Robert Pattinson's portrayal of him?
Hansen called it bizarre and detached from reality, and overly dramatic, though his family thought it was a pretty good imitation.
Why didn't Chris Hansen see 'Primetime' at A24's offices?
He said he left without seeing the film because of a legal agreement he was asked to sign.
When did 'Primetime' open in theaters?
It opened in theaters this week after premiering at the Venice Film Festival, where it received a seven-minute ovation.