Chris Hansen comments on Robert Pattinson’s portrayal of him in A24’s upcoming drama-thriller “Primetime,” which is promoted through a trailer that dramatizes Hansen’s time hosting “To Catch a Predator.” Hansen says Pattinson has clearly practiced imitating him and that the impression is recognizable.
At the same time, Hansen tells reporters that he finds the portrayal “overly dramatic.” In his assessment, the trailer includes a “pretty good imitation” while also presenting the events with heightened drama. The outlets frame Hansen’s reaction as mixed—praising the accuracy of the imitation but criticizing the overall tone and level of dramatization.
Taken together, the sources present Hansen’s response as direct and comparative: he credits Pattinson’s ability to mimic his mannerisms, yet he distinguishes between an imitation that works and a dramatic presentation that goes too far, according to his remarks.
