Black Dagger Brotherhood Stars Alexander Cubis and Audrey Hare Weigh In on What Makes Rhage and Mary’s Episode 2 Scene Devastating

A romance from Lover Eternal

The Passionflix series is based on J.R. Ward’s book series. Its first season followed Wrath and Beth, while the second season turns to Rhage and Mary, whose story comes from Lover Eternal.

Rhage, also called Hollywood for his looks and charisma, is a powerful member of the Brotherhood. A dragon tattoo on his back represents the Beast he becomes when angry. His attraction to human Mary grows as they spend time together.

Building trust on set

Cubis and Hare said they filmed the characters’ first meeting after they had become comfortable working together. Hare recalled using Listerine strips for the close-up scene and said the pair trusted each other by then.

Cubis said director Tosca Musk made sure the actors trusted one another and respected boundaries. The performers aimed to make the scene feel like a mutual connection, rather than Rhage simply intruding on Mary’s personal space. Hare said the scene took careful adjustment of their positions and the camera angle so their closeness felt natural and their expressions remained visible.

A scene setting the tone

The actors described the first meeting as important to the story and to fans of the book. Cubis said they wanted to honor the source material while establishing the connection that carries into the rest of the series.

Season 2 also brings together grief and humor, alongside details from the book. The story includes Rhage’s tattoo, an awkward date at TGI Fridays and banter among the Brotherhood.

More relationships and conflict

The interview also covered Rhage’s dual nature, a phone conversation with Tohrment and Mary’s bond with John Matthew. Cubis and Hare discussed the emotional effect of a painful moment in Mary’s kitchen. They also spoke about staging fights with the lessers and what viewers can expect later in the season.