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2024-10-30 14:11:00
It all started with a little joke between boys, in public and in front of the cameras, on the weekly BBC program on Graham Norton show which aired on Friday 25 October in the evening. On set, actors Paul Mescal, Eddie Redmayne, Denzel Washington and actress Saoirse Ronan were questioned by Graham Norton, the popular host of the show.
Invited to promote the latest series in which he plays, The day of the jackalEddie Redmayne finds himself explaining how he learned to use his cell phone in a fight scene. He says he trained himself to defend himself with his smartphone for the purposes of the series, which makes Paul Mescal laugh a lot. “Who will really think about it? asks the hilarious actor. If someone attacks me, I won’t think about using my cell phone.” The observation of the Irishman, the new darling of Hollywood, triggers a succession of boring jokes: Graham Norton pretends to argue while on the phone, Paul Mescal does the same, Eddie Redmayne calms down and Denzel Washington laughs heartily.
In the midst of this male field, the American-Irish Saoirse Ronan laughs. Then, after some unsuccessful attempts to stop the jokes, he says: “This is what women should always think about.” Saoirse Ronan is the only one who fully understands the fact that a phone can serve as an emergency buoy and allows you to avoid heavy and unwanted flirting or ask for help from loved ones in just a few clicks. Obviously all women have already thought of every possible and imaginable scenario. And in these cases, the telephone is often the last resort. After Saoirse Ronan’s intervention, silence invaded the set. Faced with the amazed faces of the actors and the presenter, the actress adds with a smile: “Right girls?” The applause from the audience is unmistakable.
The “good guys” remain men
The sequence, which lasts only about twenty seconds, became viral on social networks in a few days. First of all, we salute Internet users, because Saoirse Ronan symbolizes what many women experience every day, namely the difficulty of fitting into a group made up only of men. Then because it shows the disconnection of men from the reality experienced by women who are faced with these anything but comical situations on a daily basis.
“They’re good guys. Men who, we assume, are emotionally intelligent, kind and confident. These are men I suspect most women would trustanalyzes the journalist Olivia Petter in a post published on British magazine Elle. Yet, as the excerpt shows, even men like them can be completely unaware that, while they joke about the steps they might take to defend themselves from potential attackers on the street, these are serious and constant thoughts that women have almost every day .”
In response to the show excerpt, many people also testified on X about situations in which they felt unsafe and called someone to dissuade a potential attacker. Because yes, a phone can save a life. No offense to Paul Mescal.
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On October 25, during an episode of the Graham Norton Show, Saoirse Ronan garnered attention and praise for addressing a serious issue in a light-hearted environment. The episode featured actors Paul Mescal, Eddie Redmayne, and Denzel Washington, who engaged in humorous banter as they discussed Redmayne’s preparations for a role in The Day of the Jackal.
Amidst the laughter, the conversation took a turn when Redmayne jokingly shared how he had trained to use his smartphone as a weapon against attackers, eliciting chuckles from Mescal and Washington. However, Ronan, recognizing the nuanced implications of such jokes, interjected, emphasizing that women’s safety is an ever-present concern. She pointed out that for many women, thinking about how to use their phone in situations of potential danger is a reality—underscoring that phones can be vital tools for securing help or avoiding unwanted attention.
Her thoughtful remarks shifted the atmosphere on set, prompting a moment of reflection and applause from the audience, marking an important reminder of the conversations surrounding women’s safety in public spaces. Ronan’s intervention highlighted her awareness and commitment to raising awareness about issues that often remain overlooked in comedic settings.
On October 25, during an episode of the Graham Norton Show, Saoirse Ronan made headlines for her insightful commentary amid a lighthearted banter between male actors about self-defense. While Paul Mescal, Eddie Redmayne, and Denzel Washington joked about using their phones to defend themselves in humorous scenarios, Ronan highlighted a crucial point: women often think about safety in public spaces differently.
In response to the jokes, she remarked, “This is what women should always think about,” emphasizing that, for many women, the phone is not just a communication tool but a potential lifeline in uncomfortable or threatening situations. Her interjection brought a serious tone to the conversation, revealing the disconnect men can have about the daily realities women face concerning safety.
The moment quickly went viral, resonating with many who recognized Ronan’s experience as reflective of the societal issues women encounter regularly. Commentators praised her for pushing back against the male-centric jokes and underscoring the importance of acknowledging women’s perspectives in discussions about safety and harassment.
In light of this incident, many users on social media shared their own stories of feeling unsafe and how a quick call for help could serve as a deterrent against potential threats. This moment not only showcased Ronan’s awareness but also highlighted a broader conversation about gender dynamics, safety, and the use of humor to address serious issues. Her comments, met with applause from the audience, sparked important discussions about the realities of womanhood and the need for greater sensitivity and awareness from men regarding these topics.