Kate Winslet trusted Leonardo DiCaprio enough to let him 'strangle her until she passed out' for scene
Matthew Sanders
Updated on March 27, 2026
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet formed a deep friendship while working together on James Cameron's blockbuster film 'Titanic' in 1997. Their bond has lasted for over 25 years, and they have demonstrated their dedication to each other through their collaborations in movies.
In 2008, the much loved couple reunited on-screen for the romantic drama 'Revolutionary Road', directed by Sam Mendes. Having enough trust in each oher, Winslet would often let DiCaprio choke her until she almost passed out just to get the perfect shot.
'She will let me strangle her until she literally passes out'
In an interview with Guardian, DiCaprio discussed his friendship with Winslet, saying, "We’re old friends and we know where we can go with each other. She will let me strangle her until she literally passes out in the scene." Late, Winslet discussed the level of trust she had in him. "We were very interested to let it go and see where it went. I was like, ‘If you want to smash me up, OK, you want to smash me up'," she shared.
'I had to stop myself from crying'
Winslet further expressed her admiration for DiCaprio's exceptional acting skills, revealing that his performances were so powerful that she was deeply moved and almost brought to tears. "He’s nicer than he was if that’s possible. He’s funnier than he was if that’s possible and he’s a better actor than he was even if that’s possible. I had to stop myself from crying because I was seeing someone for whom I have so much respect doing things as an actor that I have never seen him do before. And morph his face into positions that I’ve never seen him do before as an actor and as a person."
'Revolutionary Road' is an adaptation of Richard Yates' 1961 novel, depicting the challenges faced by a passionate yet troubled couple as they strive to break free from the monotonous suburban life of 1950s Connecticut. The novel itself is known for its complex and thought-provoking themes. The film adaptation, directed by Sam Mendes, who was then Winslet's husband, maintains a similar tone of desperation and portrays the struggles of the characters in a compelling manner. The movie has garnered a positive response from the audience, reflected in its ratings. The film currently holds a rating of 7.3/10 on IMDB, and it has a rating of 67% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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