Universal Filmed Entertainment Group chairman Donna Langley won the script during an all-out bidding war between major studios to secure it, with big name producer Amy Pascal set to take the logistical and financial reins on the upcoming biopic flick.
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The movie is being produced by Universal Pictures, and is said to follow the early days of the Queen of Reinvention as she desperately seeks – and finds – stardom in New York. It’s essential to share the rollercoaster ride of my life with my voice and vision.” In a statement at the time, the legendary music artist said: “I want to convey the incredible journey that life has taken me on as an artist, a musician, a dancer – a human being, trying to make her way in this world … There are so many untold and inspiring stories and who better to tell it than me. The script is co-written by Juno and Young Adult’s Diablo Cody, and was first announced back in 2020. in 2012 (a lamentable 12 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes). This is despite two arguably disastrous previous attempts at directing in the form of 2008's Filth and Wisdom ("ragged, uneven and potholed with some dire dialogue and performances", according to the Hollywood Reporter) and the Wallis Simpson drama W.E. The 'Queen of Pop' herself is set to helm the upcoming movie about her life and times.
The performer first began acting when she was just 14 years old, although she didn't always foresee her long-term. The 28-year-old actress reportedly beat off stiff competition from the likes of Midsommar's Florence Pugh, Euphoria actress Alexa Demie, Aussie star Odessa Young, and pop singers Bebe Rexha and Sky Ferreira to win the coveted part. Julia Garner has had an impressive rise to the top of the acting industry. After playing memorable roles on major Netflix hits like Ozark and Inventing Anna.
The casting of Garner is a good sign that Madonna and the studio are now ready for the next steps in bringing the film to life.Ozark's Julia Garner has been chosen by pop icon Madonna to portray her in a new movie about her life, it has been reported.Īccording to Variety, Garner – last seen in Netflix's Inventing Anna as German con artist Anna Sorokin – has been offered the role after an allegedly gruelling audition process involving singing and dancing, and is expected to accept. Material girl From the small screen to the big screen, Julia Garner is making a name for herself in Hollywood. Later on, The Girl on the Train’s Erin Cressida Wilson would assume writing duties from Cody and eventually finish the script. The project seemed to be in a bit of trouble as Madonna’s co-writer, Diablo Cody, quit the project. It’s essential to share the roller coaster ride of my life with my voice and vision.” There are so many untold and inspiring stories, and who better to tell it than me. Music has kept me going, and art has kept me alive. The focus of this film will always be music. When announced, Madonna said she hoped to “convey the incredible journey that life has taken me on as an artist, a musician, a dancer - a human being, trying to make her way in this world. Madonna will direct, which will be quite the mission for the singer and activist. Universal Pictures will tackle this film, with Amy Pascal attached as a producer. Sources close to Variety note Garner emerged the favorite from over a dozen candidates early and “has been speculated as a frontrunner for the part.” Actresses considered for the role reportedly included Florence Pugh, Euphoria star Alexa Demie, Odessa Young, and singers Bebe Rexha and Sky Ferreira. Reports say it was pretty grueling but used as a way for the director to see who could perfectly capture the role. They worked out, ran performances, and attempted to capture the iconic pop singer. The singer has been very critical about who will star as her, and there were even reports the candidates had to take a Madonna course. The hunt for the perfect Madonna hasn’t been easy.
Garner is fresh off Inventing Anna, a cult hit on Netflix where the actress played controversial real-life figure Anna Delvey. Variety reports that Julia Garner, known for her roles in Ozark and Inventing Anna, will star as Madonna. Madonna is tackling Madonna, and now the Material Girl has cast herself.
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