Margot Robbie is opening up about her iconic role as Naomi Lapaglia in The Wolf of Wall Street, revealing that her memorable full-frontal nude scene was her own creative decision.
Speaking on the Talking Pictures podcast, Robbie explained that the scene, where her character seduces Leonardo DiCaprio’s Jordan Belfort, was crucial for capturing Naomi’s bold and unapologetic personality.
“That’s not what she would do in that scene,” Robbie said about the possibility of wearing a robe, which director Martin Scorsese had suggested to make her more comfortable. “The whole point is that she’s going to come out completely naked—that’s the card she’s playing.”
A Bold Move That Paid Off
Robbie also reflected on her audition for the film, where she took a risky approach by slapping DiCaprio during a heated scene. “I thought, ‘I could kiss Leonardo DiCaprio right now… or I could slap him.’ And I just walloped him in the face,” she said. The unexpected move left the room in stunned silence before Scorsese and DiCaprio erupted in laughter, praising her boldness.
Filming Her First Full Sex Scene
In a 2016 interview with Vanity Fair, Robbie revealed that The Wolf of Wall Street marked her first full sex scene on screen. “I hadn’t done a proper sex scene before,” she said, describing the experience as awkward but necessary for the role. “It’s just like, ‘This is what you need to do—get on with it.’”
Despite the challenges, Robbie’s dedication to authenticity helped solidify her breakout role in the 2013 film, earning her widespread acclaim and launching her into Hollywood stardom.
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