Penélope Cruz in Nancy Meyers' return to Hollywood
The Spanish actress talks about the project marking the return of the director behind beloved romantic comedies.
Some names are worth a ticket on their own. Nancy Meyers, the director behind comedies that marked generations, is preparing a return to the big screen, and has at her side one of European cinema’s most beloved actresses: Penélope Cruz, who has spoken about her excitement at joining the project.
The return of a brand
Meyers built a style of her own, of smart comedies, sunlit kitchens and adult, complex female characters. She had been away from directing for several years, and the announcement of a new film was greeted as a small event by those who grew up with her titles. Having Cruz on board gives it even more international weight.
Why it matters
For the Spanish actress, it is another chapter in a career that has long crossed borders, from European auteur cinema to big American productions. For audiences, it is the promise of an adult, well-written comedy, at a time when the genre is rarer in cinemas. And, let’s be honest, there is always room for a film that sends you out in a good mood.
Dates and cast details are still to come, but the combination already has attention locked in.
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News and interviews in outlets such as The Hollywood Reporter.
By Lucy Bennett
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