Emma Stone’s remarkable career trajectory has been marked by her impressive versatility and range as an actress, spanning over two decades. Her latest collaboration with director Yorgos Lanthimos, Poor Things, has received widespread critical acclaim, with many hailing it as her career-best performance. This marks the third time Stone has worked with Lanthimos, and it’s clear that she has become the director’s go-to muse. Lanthimos recently shared in an interview with Cineuropa that he has been quietly working on a new film, set in Greece, which stars Stone as the lead and was shot by Robbie Ryan, a frequent collaborator of the director.
The upcoming film, yet to be titled, is described as much simpler and very different from Poor Things, which required a specific style. While details are scarce, the film is expected to have a scope reminiscent of Lanthimos’ earlier work, such as Dogtooth. This new project marks the beginning of a new era for the director, known for his unique storytelling style and ability to bring out the best in his actors.
In addition to the new film, Stone and Lanthimos are also working on an anthology film, AND, which was shot in New Orleans and stars a diverse cast, including Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, and Hong Chau. The film is slated for release in 2024 and promises to be a departure from Lanthimos’ typical style. The anthology format allows for a new level of creative freedom, and fans can expect a diverse range of stories and characters.
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Poor Things is currently making the rounds at various film festivals, including the 80th Venice International Film Festival, the Telluride Film Festival, the New York Film Festival, and the BFI London Film Festival, ahead of its December release. As details about AND remain scarce, fans of Lanthimos and Stone can rest assured that the director and actress are working together to create something new and exciting.
Stone’s ability to take on a wide range of roles and bring depth and nuance to each character has made her a fan favorite among audiences and critics alike. Her chemistry with Lanthimos has been praised, and their collaborations have yielded some truly remarkable performances. As they continue to work together, fans can expect more of the same innovative storytelling and breathtaking visuals that have come to be expected from Lanthimos.
