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Amanda Edwards/Getty ImagesAshley mustache chestnut It's all for the magic of Christmas movies – but she's not a fan of the occultists in her personal life.
The 32-year-old actress stars in OWN's film Mistletoe and marriage And her character, Olivia's love interest, Isaiah (Etienne Maurice), has a few tricks up his sleeves (literally) to try and get her back.
Chestnut said exclusively Us Weekly On Thursday, December 12, she said that her actor is able to do magic tricks on set and “really did it.” “That's what was funny too. I had[the production manager]on set, and he was actually charming too.
She noted that Morris, however, had a little help honing his skills, which impressed her on set.
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“He said he lives next door to—you know Magic Castle in Los Angeles.? “Apparently, Ettie lived next door to the founder of that,” Chestnut said, referring to the famous magic castle in Los Angeles where guests can enjoy dinner and a show performed by magicians. “Isn't this wild?”
She continued: “If I remember correctly, it was the founder or their son. In both cases they lived next door, and it was actually close to the wizarding world. So he really had a leg up that way.”
She said that Chestnut was impressed by the talents of her stars we She's hesitant about dating a full-fledged witch herself.
“I'm okay with magic tricks. I'm not okay with Illusory mind tricks “It scares me,” she admitted. “I feel it David Blaine And these kind of guys, I feel like they're aliens. Like, there's no way these people can actually do that. “It's very cool to me.”
When it comes mistletoe and marriage, The characters relate to the character of Isaiah Sweet magic tricksBut it's not the heart of the story. The OWN holiday movie, which premieres Saturday, December 14, follows wedding planner Olivia, who is enlisted to plan her sister's wedding just weeks before Christmas.
While Olivia achieves great success in Chicago, she argues with her sister Rosemary (Asha James(and her future sister-in-law, Gwen)Christa Nazaire) Best friend, Isaiah, who happens to be Olivia's ex-boyfriend.
After years of putting her love life on the back burner—partly because of her breakup with Isaiah and because her mother fell and needed extra help around the house—Olivia must decide what she really wants from a relationship. Add some holiday mishaps, magic, and romance, of course, and Olivia's plate will be full.
For chestnut, being Leading christmas movie trailer It was on her “bucket list” list but it was the character's “goal-oriented” mentality and ability to care “deeply” about her family that really attracted her to the role.
Chestnut noted that as Olivia's journey unfolds and she remembers her dream of being a destination wedding planner, fans will love her even more. Especially as it intersects with Olivia finding her voice and potential love.
The actress teased that there are “little nuggets” throughout the film that suggest Olivia has become an empowered woman. Chestnut said we That Isaiah is doing his best to be the “confidence boost” Olivia needs to stand up to her sister and put herself first for once.
“He (says) a little bit like, ‘Hey, it's not your fault (your mom fell).'” “You have to live your own life,” Chestnut said. “I think we all need that reminder.”
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When it comes to her family, Chestnut explained that it's always about “family first,” which is similar to her personality. “But you also have to take care of yourself and take care of yourself as well. Because if you're not 100%, how can you really bring that to anyone else in your life that you really care about?”
Although Chestnut hinted that Olivia would find balance in her life, when it came to a future with her ex-boyfriend, he was coy about the ending.
“I think Olivia is going back and forth. She sees the possibility of saying, 'Oh, let's travel the world, you know, and have these weddings,' but she's also scarred by this man that she trusts,” she explained. “It's like: How do you come back and how do we rebuild the trust that we had in the past?”
Regardless of the outcome, Chestnut said she wants viewers to leave the “heart-wrenching” and “inspirational” film centered on “love, faith and hope” real. Take the plunge this holiday season.
“We are all connected in so many ways. I think that's why people love Christmas movies because it's the time of year when people are generally filled with the spirit of kindness,” she concluded.
Mistletoe and marriage Premieres Saturday, December 14 at 9pm ET.
