Regina Hall Says Reuniting With the Wayans & Anna Faris Made ‘Scary Movie 6’ an Easy Yes
@the.jasmine.brand: Regina Hall says stepping back into the role of Brenda Meeks for “Scary Movie 6” felt natural once she realized the franchise’s original team was coming back together. The actress explained that reading the script confirmed the film was headed in the right direction.
“I read the script — and it was really funny. I knew what they were intending to do,” Hall said, noting that movies often evolve as they’re being made. “I always think a work of art is in flux until it’s done and in someone’s hands — you just never know.”
For Hall, the biggest excitement came from the reunion. “But the original cast coming back was exciting. Having the Wayans involved again, and Anna Faris too — Brenda can’t live without Cindy,” she shared, referencing Faris’ longtime role as Cindy Campbell. Hall joked that despite the time that’s passed, Brenda still isn’t a better friend: “And she’s no better a friend to Cindy this time than she was before, even though they’re still best friends.”
Hall added that the timing and nostalgia surrounding the comeback made the decision feel right. “It was a good time to do something so broad and fun,” she explained. After reading the new script, she immediately thought, “This is funny.” She also believes audiences are ready for the movie’s tone: “I think something is refreshing about doing something a little bit irreverent right now.”