Annette

Adam Driver performed all his own singing live during the scenes, a rare feat in modern musical films. This choice was driven by director Leos Carax's vision for authenticity and immediacy in performances. Carax believed that live singing would capture more genuine emotions and spontaneity than lip-syncing to pre-recorded tracks, adding a layer of rawness to the film. The decision required Driver to undergo intensive vocal training for months before shooting began.

The decision to use a wooden puppet for Annette's baby in the film was a creative choice by Leos Carax to symbolize the unnatural pressures of show business on personal lives. Master puppeteers were employed to operate the puppet, ensuring it moved naturally. This unusual choice required intricate coordination between actors and puppeteers during scenes, creating a surreal yet emotionally impactful experience.

The stormy sea scene in Annette, where Adam Driver's character is at his emotional breaking point, was shot in a massive water tank with controlled environment to simulate the rough sea conditions. The crew faced technical challenges with the water mechanisms, leading to several reshoots. Remarkably, during one take, a malfunction created a wave larger than planned, which added an unexpected intensity to Driver's performance that made it into the final cut.