Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Steamy Three-Way Scene With Blake Lively in $83 Million Flop Is the Most Unexpected Pop Culture Nugget

SUMMARY

• S*x is back in Hollywood, but this time it’s nuanced and purposeful, blending seamlessly into the story.
• Recent films like Challengers, Saltburn, Babygirl, and Anora are redefining how s*xuality is portrayed on screen.
• While Zendaya’s threesome in Challengers made waves, Blake Lively’s iconic moment in Savages in 2012 went largely unnoticed!

S-x is back in Hollywood, baby! And this time, it is not just about being bold, it’s nuanced, intentional, and woven into the story in the best possible way. Recent films like Challengers, Saltburn, Babygirl, and Anora are pushing boundaries, making these moments feel natural and impactful.

Blake Lively, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Taylor Kitsch in Savages | Credits: Universal Pictures

Zendaya’s infamous threesome in Challengers broke the internet, but let’s not forget, Blake Lively pulled it off way back in 2012 with Savages, and no one batted an eye! Here’s the full scoop.

Remembering Blake Lively’s unexpected three-way scene in Savages

Hollywood is currently stepping into a new era, where erotic scenes and subjects are finally being explored in a more thoughtful and genuine way. Rather than just being a spectacle for audiences to watch, these moments have become a powerful tool to reflect characters’ emotions, underlying motives, and unspoken desires.

It is no longer about the shock factor, it is about how these scenes add depth and meaning to the story. That said, this is a conversation worth having separately, layer by layer.

However Savages, a 2012 cult film, was anything but. What many may have forgotten is the three-way scene between Blake Lively, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Taylor Kitsch, and let’s just say nuance wasn’t exactly the highlight. That said, it’s still a quirky pop culture moment worth revisiting. Since then, times have most definitely changed when it comes to how sexuality is portrayed in film!

Blake Lively in Savages | Credits: Universal Pictures

Ben, played by Taylor-Johnson, Chon, and Lively as Ophelia or O (which is absolutely the most tumblr-y thing possible), run a cannabis business in California.

However, their peaceful life takes a dark turn when they cross paths with a ruthless Mexican cartel led by the brutal Elena (also very tumblr-y ). The film feels overly exploitative, with a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, and ultimately, it falls flat.

Blake Lively opens up about the intensity of Savages scene

Although the film fell flat, the three-way scene between the actors was undeniably steamy. Blake Lively even opened up about her experience filming the scene in an interview with TooFab.com, giving fans a glimpse behind the scenes of what made it so intense. She explained,

Blake Lively, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Taylor Kitsch in Savages | Credits: Universal Pictures

She further added,

This wasn’t just Blake Lively’s solo experience, both Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Taylor Kitsch also found the scene incredibly awkward. In fact, they were relieved when the scene was wrapped up within the first week of shooting.

Despite the star-studded cast and intense moments, the film didn’t quite connect with audiences (understandably so), earning (via Box Office Mojo) only around $83 million worldwide against a budget of $45 million.

Savages is available on Apple TV for rent.

Written by Sampurna Banerjee

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Sampurna Banerjee, an ardent enthusiast of pop culture and movies, pours her passion into her role as a writer for FandomWire. With a penchant for Marvel, DC, and sitcoms, she has contributed over 400 articles, staying up-to-date to the entertainment industry's latest buzz. Moreover, she's penned over 300 articles for Animated Times and shared her work across several Instagram pages. Currently she is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Calcutta University.