Facebook exit Baz Luhrmann Officially teaming up with Warner Bros. for his upcoming film: An epic novel about the life of the real French heroine Joan of Arc.Although the project is still in its early stages, a casting call went out earlier today for the eponymous heroine — a young girl who has become a national icon for her incredible resilience and determination in the face of the Hundred Years' War.
While celebrating his 62nd birthday, Luhrmann revealed his intention to tackle the extraordinary French epic – an announcement that was initially revealed by Delivery dateand was later confirmed by Warner Bros. The film has two possible titles, either Jihan or Jehan Dark“And he will tell”The ultimate coming-of-age story of a teenage girl, set during the Hundred Years' War.Luhrmann, in the midst of his creative process, has reportedly declined to share further details about the project, but since casting has already begun, updates will likely be available soon.
Rumors of a leading candidate for the lead role Jehan Dark It has already started to spread, and in a video interview with mailbox Earlier this month, Wednesday Actress Jenna Ortega has revealed that playing Joan of Arc is one of her dream roles, in the 1928 silent film. Joan of Arc's Passion She topped Ortega's shortlist of favorite films. Her history with Warner Bros. also boosts Ortega's chances of getting the role, as she has worked with them on Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceYou can watch Ortega's interview with mailbox less:
How can Luhrmann make Jehan Dark his
Luhrmann was not the only director to attempt to retell the story of France's most famous national hero. In 1928, director Carl Theodor Dreyer produced what is now known as Widely considered a landmark of cinema, Joan of Arc's PassionA silent film that uses mostly close-ups and high-contrast lighting, and forbids the use of makeup on the actors to create almost alien profiles, it is a simple film but undoubtedly effective in portraying Joan of Arc's devotion and divinity despite her incredible suffering.
However, Luhrmann Distinctive filmmaking style It makes him almost uniquely qualified to bring the story of Joan of Arc to the screen in a way unlike anything that has been done before. For example, in stark contrast to Dreyer's simple costumes and sets, Joan of Arc's PassionLuhrmann was known for his extreme aesthetics. Scenes such as the Capulet family party in Romeo + Juliet Filled with elaborate costumes and disturbing set pieces, while viewers' first exposure to Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby This program features a moving camera, which shows the gorgeous dresses of Falafel, distinctive makeup, and the luxurious lifestyle of the very wealthy in America in the 1920s.
It's unclear exactly how Luhrmann will do it. Jehan Dark His own Just that he is more than capable of doing it.By using modern settings for classic stories, such as the 1990s standout “Verona Beach,” which appears in Romeo + Julietto use modern music in a period piece, such as the soundtrack in FacebookLuhrmann is a true master at blending artistic elements across time and space to create cohesive and compelling stories. Whatever he has planned, Jehan DarkIt's sure to be a hit.
