This is a stylish project! Six years after House of Cards ended, Robin Wright returns to the small screen with The Girlfriend. He wears several hats in this series, a psychological thriller for Prime Video, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
In addition to starring, Robin Wright will also direct and executive produce the series, which is based on the novel. girlfriend By Michelle Francis. Olivia Cooke (Alecent Hightower in Dragon House), Laurie Davidson (Mary and George) and Walid Zuiter (Gangs of London) also star in this series, produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Imaginarium Productions.
Feminine face
Robin Wright portrays Laura, a woman with a great career, a loving husband Howard (Walid Zuiter) and a close relationship with her son Daniel (Laurie Davidson). Things take a sudden turn when Daniel brings home his new girlfriend, Cheri (Olivia Cooke).
“After an awkward first meeting, Laura becomes convinced that Cherie is not who she says she is. Even though no one else sees what she sees, Laura refuses to stand idly by and watch Daniel’s abuse. He is willing to do anything to protect her. As things go from bad to worse, the question arises: is Cherry a manipulator trying to rise in society? Or is Laura paranoid and possessive? Truth is a matter of perspective.“
Great return of Robin Wright
“I’m thrilled to be starring in this deliciously insane psychological thriller full of twists and turns and amazing characters, and to work with such talented actors as Olivia and Lori, as well as an incredible cast and crew… I’m so excited!Wright said in a statement.
Vernon Sanders, head of television for Amazon MGM Studios, said:The Lover is a family thriller drama about the broken bond between a mother and her son, which is shown through the matching themes of love, greed and power..”
Gabby Asher (The Auschwitz Tattooist) and Naomi Sheldon adapted the novel by Michelle Francis. This isn’t the first time Robin Wright has been behind the camera. He has already directed several episodes of House of Cards, Tell Me Lies and Ozark. In film, Robin Wright is known for her roles in films such as Princess Bride, Forrest Gump and Unbreakable. She recently starred in Blade Runner 2049, Wonder Woman and The Lady and the Dragon.
The Girlfriend is set to begin filming soon for a 2025 release.
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