Emma Chamberlain Reveals Why She Avoids Lead Roles in Acting Career

Emma Chamberlain, a well-known content creator, is venturing into acting with her role in the film Forbidden Fruits. She recently discussed her experience and future aspirations in acting.

Starting Small in Acting

In an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Chamberlain shared that she chose not to take on a leading role due to the pressure involved. Her character, Pickle, provided a suitable introduction to acting.

This approach allows her to ease into the craft without overwhelming responsibility.

Inside 'Forbidden Fruits'

The film features an ensemble cast including Lili Reinhart, Lola Tung, Alexandra Shipp, and Victoria Pedretti. It tells the story of Apple (Reinhart), a retail worker involved in a cult with coworkers. They face challenges when a new colleague joins them.

Chamberlain’s character fits into this dark comedy style, which aligns with her interest in similar projects.

Future Aspirations in Film

Chamberlain has expressed interest in working on films with directors like Wes Anderson and Tim Burton. She is drawn to projects with quirky or darker themes.

She mentioned specific films such as Coraline, Napoleon Dynamite, and Moonrise Kingdom, indicating her preference for unique storytelling. Chamberlain is eager to explore characters with nerdy or mean girl vibes and is intrigued by haunted themes as well.