Olivia Colman, the Oscar-winning actress, is set to take on a unique role as a fisherwoman in the upcoming romance film titled “Wicker.” Joining her in this twisted romance is Dev Patel, who will play her inanimate, made-to-order husband.
The indie film, set to begin production next year, will be directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson. The screenplay is an adaptation of the short story “The Wicker Husband” by Ursula Wills-Jones. Financing and production will be handled by Topic Studios and Tango.
Colman’s character in the film is a smelly and ridiculed fisherwoman, residing in a seaside village. Frustrated with her narrow-minded neighbors, she decides to commission a husband made out of wicker, portrayed by Patel. This unconventional romance ignites outrage, jealousy, and chaos in an otherwise conservative town, according to the film’s synopsis.
Black Bear Pictures will handle international sales for “Wicker” at the American Film Market, while CAA Media Finance and UTA Independent Film Group will oversee sales for U.S. rights.
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The production credits for “Wicker” will be shared by Colman, Ed Sinclair, and Tom Carver from South of The River, David Michod, and Brad Zimmerman for Yoki, as well as Justin Lothrop and Brent Stiefel for Votiv, which originally originated and financed the film’s development.
Olivia Colman rose to fame after winning an Oscar for her performance in Yorgos Lanthimos’ “The Favourite.” In addition to her acclaimed film roles, she has also appeared in various television series such as “Heartstopper,” “Landscapers,” “The Crown,” “Fleabag,” “The Night Manager,” and “Broadchurch.”
Dev Patel is known for his breakthrough role in the Academy Award-winning film “Slumdog Millionaire.” His other notable film credits include the “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” films, “The Green Knight,” “The Personal History of David Copperfield,” and “Lion,” for which he received an Oscar nomination.
Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson previously worked together on the film “Save Yourselves!,” which they co-wrote and directed.
With the production set to begin next year, “Wicker” promises to deliver a unique and twisted romance with the talented pairing of Olivia Colman and Dev Patel. The film’s unconventional premise and stellar cast are sure to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression. Fans of both actors and the romance genre eagerly anticipate the release of “Wicker” and are excited to see this intriguing story come to life on the big screen.
In conclusion, “Wicker” is an upcoming romance film starring Olivia Colman as a fisherwoman and Dev Patel as her made-to-order husband made out of wicker. Directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson, the film is based on Ursula Wills-Jones’ short story “The Wicker Husband” and will be financed and produced by Topic Studios and Tango. The film explores a twisted romance that sparks outrage, jealousy, and chaos in a conservative seaside village. With international sales handled by Black Bear Pictures and domestic sales managed by CAA Media Finance and UTA Independent Film Group, “Wicker” promises to be an intriguing and highly anticipated addition to the indie film scene.
