TL;DR
- Anna Kendrick will direct ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.’
- The film adaptation promises queer representation.
- The original book by Taylor Jenkins Reid features LGBTQ themes.
- Kendrick’s directorial debut was well-received.
- Fans are hopeful for a faithful adaptation.
Great news for my fellow Taylor Jenkins Reid fans: the highly anticipated adaptation of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is officially in the works, and guess who’s at the helm? None other than the fabulous Anna Kendrick! 🎉 This marks Kendrick’s second outing as a director, following her award-winning debut with Woman of the Hour. Talk about a glow-up!
So, what’s the buzz about this adaptation? Well, the story revolves around an aging Hollywood starlet who’s finally ready to spill the tea about her scandalous life to a journalist. The original screenplay was penned by Liz Tigelaar, who has a wife and kids, ensuring that those queer elements stay intact. And let’s not forget that Kendrick has openly discussed her fluid sexuality, so we’re keeping our fingers crossed that she’ll handle this narrative with the care it deserves.
Originally, the project was meant to be directed by queer filmmaker Leslye Headland, so it’s a bit of a mixed bag with this change in leadership. Will it turn into a cinematic masterpiece or a total flop? We’re all hoping it doesn’t end up as some kind of Frankenstein’s monster. The stakes are high, and I would be absolutely devastated if they fumbled this beautiful story.
For those who haven’t read the book yet, let me assure you: it’s a queer gem that deserves a spot on your shelf. Taylor Jenkins Reid, the author, came out as bisexual last year, which adds even more depth to the narrative. While some fans, including myself, believe this story would shine brighter as a miniseries—much like Reid’s Daisy Jones and the Six—we’re trying to keep our expectations in check.
As the casting process begins, I’ll be here with my very strong and biased opinions, so keep your eyes peeled for updates. This is just the beginning of what we hope will be a wave of adaptations from Reid’s fabulous repertoire. After all, we all deserve to have our hearts ripped out by an on-screen telling of her stories!
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