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All-Star Cast for Henry James Adaptation
20 Jul
Summary
- Nell Tiger Free stars as Isabel Archer in new adaptation.
- Filming is underway in the UK, Hungary, and Croatia.
- This marks the latest adaptation of James' 1881 novel.
A new adaptation of Henry James' renowned 1881 novel, "The Portrait of a Lady," is currently filming across the UK, Hungary, and Croatia. The high-end series boasts an impressive cast, including Nell Tiger Free as the independent Isabel Archer, Gemma Arterton as Madame Merle, and Jim Sturgess as Gilbert Osmond.
Bill Nighy portrays Mr. Touchett, a benefactor to Isabel, while Miranda Richardson plays her eccentric aunt. This U.S.-UK co-production is spearheaded by Number 9 Films and Fox Entertainment Global, with Rebecca Lenkiewicz attached as writer and Aisling Walsh as director. The project marks a notable return to adapting James' work, following a 1996 film and a 1968 BBC series.
