She was later told that wasn't the case for the international distribution Messing then tried to prepare herself for the nude shots, asking director Arau what exactly was involved and what angles would be in the scene.
You are an actress, it's your job to get naked.
I'd studied in London and I was so well equipped with skill sets, and then to walk on set and have that happen—I was reduced to an un-Hollywood nose.
Turning to her agent to discuss the matter Messing was told she'd be fired if she refused to do the scene.