Six nominations without an Oscar: Such is the amazing record of Amy Adams at the Academy. And that’s when he established himself as one of Hollywood’s most prominent actors, whom writers rely on for their prestigious projects.
When he’s not shining on the side of DC (Man of Steel, Batman v Superman), Disney (Once Upon a Time at the Museum) or Night at the Museum 2 alongside Alain Chabat.
It’s also unfair that he wasn’t nominated for First Contact, Denis Villeneuve’s moving sci-fi film, which premieres in Paris this Friday, June 28.
But maybe one of his upcoming feature films will allow him to buck the trend and make his name on the charts. We’ll move on very quickly to The Invite, a new comedy from the directors of Little Miss Sunshine, in which she stars alongside Paul Rudd and Tessa Thompson, which is just in pre-production.
Therefore, we will focus on three feature films that are already well developed. One of which looks particularly amazing. And strong, on paper.
Overnight stay
Expected to open in the US on December 6, after visiting the Toronto Film Festival, the film does not yet have a release date here. But to say that it intrigues us is not enough. Because it’s about a former artist who stays at home after having a child and is afraid of turning into a dog.
Far from a canine version of The Werewolf of London, this horror comedy from Mariel Heller (The Forgers of Manhattan) is inspired by Rachel Yoder’s novel of the same name. who drew on motherhood herself to document the changes in her personal and professional life.
Thus, the half-fun, half-disturbing side of the initial premise hides a reflection on the roles of men and women in parenting and the isolation mothers feel. Between the basic idea, the intelligence of his director’s films, and the talent of the cast, everything comes together to make the result surprising.
Clara and the sun
Jenna Ortega, Amy Adams, Natasha Lyonne, Simon Baker… Taika Waititi proves once again that he knows his surroundings well. Produced by David Heyman (Harry Potter, Paddington, no less), Clara and the Sun is inspired by Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel of the same name (Never Let Me Go) and is currently in post-production.
So it’s a safe bet that some schools and year-end festivals will see this sci-fi drama in which Clara (Jenna Ortega), a robot designed to prevent teenage loneliness, tries to save her family. People with whom she experiences her first heartbreak.
We’re thinking a bit about Young’s Very Beautiful in this pitch, which Taika Waititi will hopefully be able to bring to life with the sensitivity and inventiveness of his best feature films. Nevertheless, we will be watching it very closely.
on the river
Change the register finally with this drama from Hungarian director Kornel Mundrutso. The story of a woman who after a long rehabilitation returns to her family, where she has to adapt to everyday life. As with Pieces of a Woman, the issue of reconstruction will be at the heart of this film, which is still in production.
Therefore, there is little chance of seeing it in 2024. But there’s no doubt, given its author’s background, that it may already have a place secured at one of the major festivals in 2025 (Berlin? Cannes?). And that he will probably give his first Oscar to Amy Adams.
Source: Allocine

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