Chris Hansen has serious concerns about Primetime. However, his family apparently sees something familiar in Robert Pattinson’s performance. The former Dateline correspondent recently addressed Pattinson’s portrayal and admitted the actor had captured at least one aspect correctly.
Chris Hansen and his family weighed in on Robert Pattinson’s portrayal in Primetime
Chris has repeatedly criticized the upcoming A24 movie. He previously said he was not consulted about the project. However, the 66-year-old acknowledged that Pattinson had clearly studied his mannerisms. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Chris discussed the movie’s trailer.
“I mean, obviously he has practiced imitating me,” Chris said. He added that he believed the portrayal was “overly dramatic.” Still, Chris admitted there was “a pretty good imitation” in the footage. His own family apparently agreed with that assessment.
“And it’s not so much what I think,” Chris explained. “It’s what other people think.” “My wife, my family, seems to think it’s a pretty good imitation,” he added. Pattinson portrayed Chris in the movie, which was inspired by his To Catch a Predator years. The former journalist hosted the controversial segment between 2004 and 2007.
Despite praising Pattinson’s imitation, Chris remained unhappy about the movie’s production. He said he learned about the project shortly before its trailer debuted. He also claimed the studio failed to properly communicate with him. Chris questioned why he was contacted so late in the process.
“I think it’s disappointing that a major film company would not have the common courtesy,” he said. Chris also argued that the movie presented a version of him that differed from reality. “He’s saying things I never said and doing things I never did,” he explained.
“I’m a nice guy — except when it comes to criminals and predators,” Chris added. Chris has also explored possible legal action regarding the film. Meanwhile, he recently purchased preshow advertising before theatrical screenings.
The ads promoted his network, TruBlu, and offered audiences another perspective. Chris has repeatedly reminded viewers that Primetime remains fictionalized. He encouraged fans to remember that the movie was “only based on real-life events.” Primetime will premiere at the Venice International Film Festival on September 5.
The Robert Pattinson-led movie then opens in theaters on September 25.
