The Goonies cast members recently debunked the long-standing myth that director Richard Donner didn’t let them see One-Eyed Willy’s pirate ship until filming. While Sean Astin had seen the ship beforehand and played into the myth while acting, Martha Plimpton’s genuine reaction was captured in one take. The origins of the story can be traced back to the 2001 DVD release, where the idea of capturing natural reactions was discussed during an audio commentary session with the cast.
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