In Apocalypse Now (1979), Francis Ford Coppola allowed Martin Sheen to perform a scene when he was completely schlass…
The filming of this Coppola classic is known for being chaotic and often experimental, so it’s no surprise that Coppola found it interesting to let his actor attempt to act out a scene under the influence of alcohol.
The scene in question also presents the character of Captain Willard, played by Martin Sheen, completely drunk in his hotel room.
Why not play it realistic, then?
The only problem is that Martin Sheen was so plump that he improvised a punch in his bedroom mirror, cutting his hand in the process.
Coppola continued to film, finding this touch of realism interesting…