A Monster starring Charlize Theron
In Monster, Charlize Theron is more than just a lovely face. In order to portray real-life serial killer Aileen Wuornos, Theron put on 30 pounds for the part. This part marked a turning point in her career, since it brought wider recognition of her skills. Theron gorged on doughnuts and potato chips to transform her body like Wuornos’. She insisted it wasn’t about gaining weight, but rather about relaxing into a Wuornos-like state of mind. We don’t know if it was harder or easier for Theron to lose a lot of weight for roles.