It won't be a surprise to see Emma Stone win two Oscars once you learn how she made Jesse Eisenberg feel “so small” when she was just 19

When you think of Emma Stone today, you see an Oscar-winning actress known for her intelligence, wit and charm. But let's rewind to 2009, and there was a newly minted young star auditioning for the role of Wichita in Zombieland – a role that would launch her into the stratosphere of stardom. But what stood out in this audition wasn't just her acting skills. It was her ability to command the room in a way that not only impressed but also humbled one of her co-stars – Jesse Eisenberg.

Emma Stone in Zombieland (2009) | Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

During a recent interview, Eisenberg took a walk down memory lane to revisit his first encounter with Stone. He was already cast in the film when he was asked to audition actresses for the role of Wichita, but none of the other actresses did it for him. But then the 35-year-old “Poor Things” star walked in.