Jessie Buckley, Fresh from 'Hamnet,' Embodies Monstrous Complexity in Maggie Gyllenhaal's New Monster Pic.
Maggie Gyllenhaal, the actor-turned-filmmaker behind the upcoming creature-feature film "The Bride!", is on a mission to redefine what it means to be monstrous. And she knows just the person for the job: Jessie Buckley.
Gyllenhaal had worked with Buckley previously in her 2021 drama "The Lost Daughter," and was blown away by her range and talent. For Gyllenhaal, writing "The Bride!" was a personal challenge – one that required getting to know Buckley in a way she never had before.
"I talk to Jessie like I talk to myself," Gyllenhaal confessed. "It's just completely pure." She knew from the start that Buckley was her top choice for the role of the Bride, and she made sure to write the character with Buckley in mind.
Buckley brings a unique set of skills to the table – she can embody both fierce power and vulnerability, making her the perfect fit for this monstrous heroine. Gyllenhaal is adamant that it's not just Buckley's acting chops that make this role work, but also her ability to tap into the complexities of human emotion.
"I think Jessie really allows all of those things to be a part of the work," Gyllenhaal said. "And because of that, I think many people can relate to what she's doing." With Buckley on board, Gyllenhaal aims to subvert classic monster movie tropes and challenge her audience with a more nuanced take on what it means to be monstrous.
But what does the film look like? Gyllenhaal drew inspiration from a range of sources – including "Bonnie and Clyde," "Badlands," "Metropolis," and "Wild at Heart" – before settling on a unique, punk-infused aesthetic that blends the dark romance of 1930s New York with a modern-day sensibility.
For Gyllenhaal, this was all about experimenting and pushing boundaries as a filmmaker. "I just kind of let my mind open up and roam," she admitted. And it shows in the end product – a film that's both deeply personal and unapologetically punk.
With its bold new take on a classic monster character, "The Bride!" promises to be a must-see event when it hits theaters next March. With Jessie Buckley at the helm and Maggie Gyllenhaal pulling the strings behind the camera, this is one monster movie that's sure to leave you breathless.
Maggie Gyllenhaal, the actor-turned-filmmaker behind the upcoming creature-feature film "The Bride!", is on a mission to redefine what it means to be monstrous. And she knows just the person for the job: Jessie Buckley.
Gyllenhaal had worked with Buckley previously in her 2021 drama "The Lost Daughter," and was blown away by her range and talent. For Gyllenhaal, writing "The Bride!" was a personal challenge – one that required getting to know Buckley in a way she never had before.
"I talk to Jessie like I talk to myself," Gyllenhaal confessed. "It's just completely pure." She knew from the start that Buckley was her top choice for the role of the Bride, and she made sure to write the character with Buckley in mind.
Buckley brings a unique set of skills to the table – she can embody both fierce power and vulnerability, making her the perfect fit for this monstrous heroine. Gyllenhaal is adamant that it's not just Buckley's acting chops that make this role work, but also her ability to tap into the complexities of human emotion.
"I think Jessie really allows all of those things to be a part of the work," Gyllenhaal said. "And because of that, I think many people can relate to what she's doing." With Buckley on board, Gyllenhaal aims to subvert classic monster movie tropes and challenge her audience with a more nuanced take on what it means to be monstrous.
But what does the film look like? Gyllenhaal drew inspiration from a range of sources – including "Bonnie and Clyde," "Badlands," "Metropolis," and "Wild at Heart" – before settling on a unique, punk-infused aesthetic that blends the dark romance of 1930s New York with a modern-day sensibility.
For Gyllenhaal, this was all about experimenting and pushing boundaries as a filmmaker. "I just kind of let my mind open up and roam," she admitted. And it shows in the end product – a film that's both deeply personal and unapologetically punk.
With its bold new take on a classic monster character, "The Bride!" promises to be a must-see event when it hits theaters next March. With Jessie Buckley at the helm and Maggie Gyllenhaal pulling the strings behind the camera, this is one monster movie that's sure to leave you breathless.
just watched the trailer for "The Bride!" 
and I'm HOOKED! 
Jessie Buckley as the monstrous heroine is perfection - she brings so much depth and nuance to the role, it's like she's tapping into our own darker selves 
. Maggie Gyllenhaal's direction is bold and unapologetic, blending old-school vibes with modern sensibilities that'll keep you on the edge of your seat 
. Can't wait for this one in March! 
Maggie Gyllenhaal is a total boss for taking on the challenge of redefining what it means to be monstrous, and Jessie Buckley is like the perfect vessel for that. I love how Gyllenhaal is pushing boundaries with her unique aesthetic - it's like a dark, punk-infused dreamscape come to life 
. And the fact that she drew inspiration from all these classic films... it just shows she's got some serious taste 
. But what i'm most hyped about is how Gyllenhaal is using "The Bride!" as an opportunity to subvert those classic monster movie tropes and challenge her audience. It's like, we've seen this before, but not in a good way... and it's time for something new 
. I'm expecting big things from this film, especially with Buckley bringing that kind of complexity to the role 
. Bring it on! 
they're like two peas in a pod 
and i'm so hyped about the punk-infused aesthetic 
it sounds like it's gonna be a game changer for monster movies 
I'm so hyped about Maggie Gyllenhaal's new film "The Bride!" 
Jessie Buckley is going to crush it as the monstrous heroine! I love how Maggie knows her talent and writes roles with that in mind - it makes all the difference, right? 
The punk-infused aesthetic sounds fascinating and gives me chills just thinking about it 
. Maggie's willingness to experiment and push boundaries as a filmmaker is so inspiring! It's going to be amazing to see this film subvert classic monster movie tropes and challenge our expectations 
. Bring on March and get ready for a wild ride! 
. I love that Maggie Gyllenhaal is trying to subvert classic monster movie tropes and challenge the audience, it's going to be so cool! And the punk-infused aesthetic sounds AMAZING 
I'm definitely going to be at this in March, can't wait to see Jessie Buckley bring this character to life 
personally speaking, i feel like gyllenhaal is my spirit animal - we both have a thing for the darker side of life and aren't afraid to take risks 
anyway, can't wait to see "The Bride!" hit theaters next march - it's going to be a wild ride 
, she really can pull off those conflicting emotions.
, it shows you don't have to stick to traditional monster movie tropes.
. either way, with Jessie Buckley and Maggie Gyllenhaal behind it, i'm already hooked 
. I'm definitely excited for this movie now, it sounds like it's gonna be a wild ride 
and Maggie Gyllenhaal's film has already been greenlit for a 2025 release date? 
The only reason this post is getting a thumbs up from me is because it's got some decent info on what makes "The Bride!" tick... now if they could just fix the formatting issues with this forum, I might actually enjoy browsing through these threads 
what i love about maggie gyllenhaal's approach to making a monster pic is that she's not afraid to take risks and challenge expectations. jessie buckley looks like she's going to bring so much depth to the role of the bride - her ability to convey both strength and vulnerability is something to be reckoned with 
think mags gotta be trying 2 control what we watch & think about with these new films...like they're tryin 2 brainwash us into likin a certain way of thinkin & feelin about monsters & women... Jessie Buckley's got skills, don't get me wrong 
] She played "Hamnet" but can't even play a normal person in this pic lol 
March can't come soon enough!