BeforeRachel Zeglerjoined the list of actresses to play beloved Disney Princesses, she had already starred in a few major films. From Maria inWest Side Storyto Lucy Gray Baird inThe Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Zegler made a name for herself quickly. In March, she became Disney royalty,portraying Snow Whitein the film of the same name. Now, in her first movie post-Snow White,the actress will step into the life of a daughter with an ex-punk rocker mom in the comedy dramaShe Gets It From MealongsideMarisa Tomei(May Parker in the Marvel Cinematic Universe).
According toVariety, Tomei will play the rowdy, wild-living mother, and the project is apparently based on a true story. It follows Nicky (Zegler) as her engagement, a moment that was supposed to be a celebration, turns into a search for her pill-popping, ex-punk rocker birth mother Charlotte (Tomei). This leads to a journey of reconnection for the mother and daughter.She Gets It From Mewill be directed by Julia von Heinz (And Tomorrow the Entire World, and the 2024 tragicomedyTreasure). Embankment, a commercial hub for storytelling talent (writers, directors, producers, cast, etc.), is launching global pre-sales in Cannes. 3311 Productions will produce in partnership with Anna Werner for Seven Elephants and Jay Reiss (The Oranges), who also penned the script. Director Julia von Heinz said that the film will showcasethe comedic impactof when two worlds collide.
“The emotional truth of the movie, reflecting parts of all our lives, is truly funny, immersive cinema. Jay’s screenplay captures family dynamics at their most authentic: absurd yet profound, messy yet meaningful. The collision of two worlds creates comedy that cuts deep because it’s so honest.”
Upcoming Rachel Zegler Movies to Look Out For
West Side Story star Rachel Zegler has numerous interesting projects lined up for the future, including The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.
Who better to portray one-half of the mother and daughter than Zegler?The depth she adds to her rolesis one of the reasons 3311 producer Jen Dana is excited to have her on board. “Rachel always brings a brilliant depth and humanity to her roles, and we are so excited for her to continue to showcase her versatility and humor as an actress.”
Rachel Zegler and Marisa Tomei Could Turn Out To Be the Perfect Duo
She Gets It From Mecould turn Rachel Zegler and Marisa Tomei into a perfect duo, likeLindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. Both have the skills to bring something unique to their upcoming roles in the comedy drama that could leave audiences wanting more of them on-screen together. After gaining worldwide recognition forher role inWest Side Story, Zegler diversified her resume instead of playing it safe with another musical drama. She starred in genres ranging from superhero to dystopian action, science fiction, musical animation (voice role), and more.
Marisa Tomei is a veteran in Hollywood, establishing her spot in the industry aftersnagging an Academy Awardfor Best Supporting Actress for her performance inMy Cousin Vinny(1992). Her acting credits include roles in over 50 movies and various television shows (most notably as Maggie Lauten inA Different World). From portraying a college student to being Peter Parker/ Spider-Man’s aunt, Tomei has what it takes to make her ex-punk rocker character just as iconic.
Source:Variety
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