Dustin Hoffman - Kramer vs Kramer - Funny story

Certainly! Here’s another funny story involving Dustin Hoffman: During the filming of “Kramer vs. Kramer“ (1979), which starred Hoffman alongside Meryl Streep, there was a scene where Hoffman’s character, Ted Kramer, was supposed to serve French toast to his son. To make the scene more realistic, Hoffman insisted on actually cooking the French toast himself. On the day of the shoot, Hoffman went all out, meticulously preparing the French toast in the kitchen. However, he intentionally added a hefty dose of salt to the batter. When it came time for his on-screen son to take a bite, the child actor’s reaction to the overly salty taste was genuine, as he was not expecting it. The shocked expression on the child’s face and his immediate dislike of the French toast were captured on camera, much to the surprise and amusement of the cast and crew. The unscripted moment of the child’s reaction added a humorous touch to the scene, showcasing Hoffman’s playful