Elizabeth Olsen is opening up about the fun dynamic she shared with her costar Miles Teller while working on the romantic comedy Eternity.
The actress attended the A24 film’s New York City premiere and said that, despite the intense emotional storyline, the atmosphere on set was relaxed and enjoyable.
Olsen credited much of that ease to Teller, who she described as bringing a light, fun presence to every scene.
Speaking about their chemistry, Olsen explained that they didn’t need extra bonding time before filming, even with Teller’s packed schedule.
She said good writing and strong preparation made the work feel natural.
“I think luckily with scripts that work and with actors that come prepared, you’re able to just play and be present,” she told PEOPLE.
Reflecting on Joan and Larry’s decades-long marriage in the story, she added that the dialogue did most of the heavy lifting. The banter and emotional history “gives the illusion of chemistry,” she said.
Olsen also shared that Teller’s behavior on set helped keep their scenes lively.
“He brought such a playful energy to the set,” she said, adding that he would regularly try to surprise her on set. That spontaneity “keeps it fresh and exciting,” the actress said.
Alongside Teller and Turner, Olsen worked with Da’Vine Joy Randolph and John Early, whose humour brought even more fun to filming.
She recalled how much she enjoyed watching her costars improvise.
“I think one of our favorite moments as a cast was just us being off-camera while Da’Vine and John Early were just improvising reactions to a fight we were having,” she said.
Keeping a straight face became difficult at times. “It was so hard for us to keep a straight face,” Olsen shared, describing the experience as joyful, silly, and also challenging.
For Olsen, filming Eternity was not just about the emotional story, it was a reminder of how much chemistry and energy on set can transform the work.
