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Hilary Swank on Melissa’s Motives, Bite Scene

Last updated: March 28, 2025 6:41 am
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SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for "Yellowjackets" Season 3, Episode 8, titled "A Normal, Boring Life" now streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime.

The latest episode of "Yellowjackets" finally put an end to the speculation surrounding Hilary Swank’s character. It was revealed that in the present-day timeline, Swank portrays Melissa, who was originally portrayed by Jenna Burgess in the ’90s timeline. The character of teen Melissa took on a more significant role this season, especially as she entered into a romantic relationship with teen Shauna, played by Sophie NĂ©lisse.

In the recent episode, Shauna, played by Melanie Lynskey, visits Hannah’s adult daughter’s home in Virginia, suspecting her of stalking and harassing her. To her surprise (while hiding in a closet!), Shauna discovers that Melissa (Swank) is not only alive but had faked her death years ago. What’s more shocking is that Melissa is now married to Hannah’s daughter, who remains unaware of Melissa’s true identity.

Swank shared her thoughts on the complexity of her character, stating, "I love the idea of all the psychology behind what makes someone tick who’s been through such trauma." She was intrigued by the challenges of portraying a character who has experienced intense past trauma and the repercussions it has on their present life.

Despite not having a script to read beforehand, Swank was immediately drawn to the role after the showrunners pitched their vision for adult Melissa. She only spent six days on set and had never met Lynskey before filming their intense scenes together. Swank praised Lynskey’s talent, describing her as unexpected and enjoyable to work with.

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The episode featured a gripping scene where Shauna bites Melissa’s arm before force-feeding her a piece of it. Swank humorously likened the experience to that of children, as both characters are emotionally stunted from their past experiences. She highlighted Melissa’s struggle to move on from her traumatic past and the triggers that force her to confront her buried emotions.

As the tension between Melissa and Shauna escalates, Swank delves into the character’s internal turmoil, revealing that Melissa thought she had moved on but is ultimately haunted by her past. The actress emphasized Melissa’s internal struggle and the challenge of finding peace amidst the chaos.

While Swank was not initially a viewer of "Yellowjackets," she found support and guidance from Burgess, who portrayed the younger version of her character. Burgess provided valuable insights into Melissa’s backstory and emotional journey, aiding Swank in her portrayal of the character.

In conclusion, the latest episode of "Yellowjackets" delves deeper into Melissa’s character, unraveling her complex history and emotional turmoil. Swank’s performance as Melissa showcases the character’s resilience and vulnerability, adding depth to the gripping narrative of the series.

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