Sydney Sweeney has come under fire online for her attempt at a German accent in Ron Howard’s new historical thriller, Eden, now streaming on Prime Video.
The Euphoria star plays Margret Wittmer, a real German settler who relocated with her husband to Floreana Island in the 1930s. The film follows a group of settlers seeking paradise, only to face jealousy, chaos, and survival challenges.
Despite a star-studded cast including Ana de Armas, Vanessa Kirby, and Jude Law, it was Sweeney’s accent that dominated online discussions.
Viewers took to social media with jokes and memes, calling the performance “atrocious” and “painful to hear.” One viewer commented, “She drops the accent halfway through the film, then brings it back—it’s like a parody.” Others questioned why the movie was primarily in English if the characters were German settlers.
Some even compared Sweeney’s performance to Lady Gaga’s accent in House of Gucci, highlighting how celebrity attempts at foreign accents often go viral for all the wrong reasons.
Director Ron Howard defended the creative decision, emphasizing that the film focuses on human nature and survival rather than linguistic authenticity. However, clips of Sweeney’s accent quickly circulated online, fueling widespread discussion.
This backlash comes shortly after another controversy involving Sweeney’s comments about revealing dresses, showing that the actress continues to spark conversation both on and off screen.
As Eden trends on social media, Sweeney’s accent has become the focal point of debates and memes, making the film a viral talking point even beyond its narrative.
