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Banks Approves Fanning as Young Effie Trinket
7 Apr
Summary
- Elle Fanning is cast as a young Effie Trinket in the Hunger Games prequel.
- Elizabeth Banks, who played Effie, praises Fanning's casting as perfect.
- The prequel explores Effie's role as stylist to Haymitch Abernathy.
Elizabeth Banks has publicly endorsed Elle Fanning's casting as a young Effie Trinket in the forthcoming "Hunger Games" prequel, "Sunrise on the Reaping." Banks, who originated the role in the original film series, stated that Fanning is "perfect casting" and she was delighted by the fan reception.
The prequel, directed by Francis Lawrence, will focus on Effie Trinket's role as the stylist for District 12 Tribute Haymitch Abernathy prior to the 50th Hunger Games. This installment is an adaptation of Suzanne Collins' bestselling novel. The film's ensemble cast includes Kieran Culkin, Glenn Close, Billy Porter, Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Maya Hawke, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Lili Taylor, Ben Wang, and Ralph Fiennes, with Molly McCann and Iona Bell also set to appear. Original stars Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are also anticipated to make appearances.
In related news, Banks stars in the new Peacock series "The Miniature Wife," where her character is accidentally shrunk to six inches tall. Banks found the project's exploration of relationship dynamics through an absurdist lens compelling. She also shared her initial concerns about the visual effects for her character's shrunken state and the challenges of performing solo scenes, noting that a 3D-printed doll of herself was used as a stand-in. "The Miniature Wife" premieres all 10 episodes on Peacock on April 9.
