Ep 8. Charlize Theron Takes a Rorshach Test While Eating Spicy Wings
- March 8, 2018
- 23 min
Charlize Theron is the latest celebrity to take on the challenge of Hot Ones, the web series where guests answer questions while eating progressively spicier chicken wings. In this episode, she not only braves the heat of the hot sauces, but also takes a Rorschach test while doing so.
As per the show's format, host Sean Evans guides Theron through the interview, starting with mild wings and working up to the infamous Da Bomb hot sauce. Along the way, they discuss Theron's roles in movies like "Mad Max: Fury Road" and "Atomic Blonde", her South African roots, and her work with the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project.
But what sets this episode apart is the addition of the Rorschach test. Theron is shown inkblots and asked to describe what she sees, and her answers are analyzed by a licensed psychologist. The segment ties in with her new movie "Gringo", in which she plays a pharmaceutical executive navigating the cutthroat world of the drug trade.
Theron proves to be a game guest, taking the heat in stride and offering thoughtful and entertaining answers to Evans' questions. She also reveals that she has a love for hot sauce and a high tolerance for spice, much to the surprise of Evans and the crew.
Throughout the episode, there are moments of levity and fun as Theron and Evans bond over their shared love of Rihanna and their opinions on pineapple on pizza. But there are also more serious moments, as Theron discusses the challenges she faced in trying to break into Hollywood as a South African actress, and the importance of using her platform for social change.
Overall, this episode of Hot Ones delivers the usual entertaining mix of heat and humor, but also adds a unique and thought-provoking element with the Rorschach test. Fans of Theron will enjoy hearing her insights and seeing her take on the challenge, while newcomers to the show may be surprised at how engaging and fun the concept can be.