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"The 18 most prominent actors of 2014 pair up in a series of intimate encounters."
"9 Kisses" is a 2014 New York Times Magazine project featuring nine artistic short films where top actors of the year pair up for intimate, staged smooches. Directed by Elaine Constantine, these roughly minute-long clips range from romantic to awkward, showcasing diverse famous pairings in public night settings.
18 Cast Members
Reese Witherspoon
Woman at Costume Party
Benedict Cumberbatch
Man at Costume Party
Laura Dern
Woman on Bench
Steve Carell
Man on Bench
Jenny Slate
Woman in Chariot #1
Rosario Dawson
Woman in Chariot #2
Chadwick Boseman
Musician
Kristen Stewart
Fangirl
Jason Schwartzman
Man in Park
Patricia Arquette
Woman in Park
David Oyelowo
Customer
Timothy Spall
Bartender
Jack O'Connell
Boxing Guy
Shailene Woodley
Boxing Girl
Julianne Moore
Woman in Club
John Lithgow
Man in Club
Miles Teller
Groom
Gugu Mbatha-Raw
Bride
