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Rosario Dawson's Playful Moment with Downey Jr. Sparks On-Set Tension

1/29/2025

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In a playful moment on the set of "A Guide to Recognising Your Saints," Rosario Dawson inadvertently ruffled Robert Downey Jr.'s feathers by touching his face. Downey snapped back, “Do not touch my face,” creating a brief tension. Nevertheless, the duo pushed through, contributing to the film's success, which later earned a Special Jury Prize at Sundance for its stellar ensemble.

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In a playful moment on the set of "A Guide to Recognising Your Saints," Rosario Dawson inadvertently ruffled Robert Downey Jr.'s feathers by touching his face. Downey snapped back, “Do not touch my face,” creating a brief tension. Nevertheless, the duo pushed through, contributing to the film's success, which later earned a Special Jury Prize at Sundance for its stellar ensemble.