"In an interview, actors Sean Kaufman and Rain Spencer from 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' discuss their portrayed romantic relationship, named 'Staylor', and the kitchen scene reminiscent of 'The Bear' while filming the series."
The much-anticipated feature-length adaptation of the beloved series, 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' is now available to stream on Prime Video. Co-written by Jenny Han and Sarah Kucserka, with Han also directing, the movie promises to deliver an engaging and emotional narrative.
The story follows the characters of Steven, Taylor, and Jeremiah as they move to California, where Steven embarks on a new career venture with business partner Denise. The actors portraying these characters express their eagerness to explore Jeremiah's culinary career and potential relationship with Denise in the movie.
The love story between Steven and Taylor, while separate from Belly's main love triangle, is a significant aspect of the movie. The actors have shared their desire to see 'Staylor' in a relationship in the film adaptations, and they express their excitement about the complex personal developments these characters will undergo in California.
Steven, played by Sean Kaufman, and Taylor, portrayed by Rain Spencer, share a tumultuous relationship marked by trials and tribulations, denial of feelings, fears of vulnerability and trust, and eventually, commitment. The actors have not been informed about the details of the movie's plot, leaving viewers in suspense.
Gavin Casalegno, who plays Jeremiah, found one scene particularly challenging: a cooking scene that required a combination of acting and precise timing, which he likened to solving a Rubik's cube while taking a math test.
Rain Spencer has acknowledged some fans' speculation about her character being pregnant, while Sean Kaufman believes Steven wants Belly to be happy, regardless of who she ends up with. The movie is set to wrap up Belly's story, providing closure for fans of the series.
Despite not knowing the details of the movie's plot, the actors express their desire to see Steven, Taylor, and Jeremiah in California in the movie. The movie, a testament to the enduring appeal of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' is a must-watch for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
