Bri Lee's 'The Work' Gets Major TV Adaptation

Bri Lee's celebrated Australian novel, 'The Work,' is set to be adapted into a television series. The screen rights have been acquired by Dollhouse Pictures, a Sydney-based production company with notable figures like Rose Byrne among its leaders. This adaptation will bring the story of Lally, a New York gallerist, and Patrick, a Sydney-based appraiser, to the small screen. Their tumultuous long-distance relationship amidst the competitive contemporary art world forms the core of the narrative.

Screenwriter Hannah Lehmann, known for her work on 'Two Sides,' is spearheading the creation of the TV series. Bri Lee herself, along with Jessica Carrera, will serve as executive producers, ensuring the adaptation remains true to the spirit of the novel. Screen Australia is providing support for the development phase of this project, indicating significant industry backing.

Dollhouse Pictures, whose previous productions include 'Seriously Red,' expressed excitement about Lee's writing and its exploration of power and institutions. They highlighted the novel's captivating world and complex relationships, where desire and cost are intertwined. Lee conveyed her enthusiasm, stating that the production team is committed to making a "gutsy, sexy, and funny" show, realizing her vision for the story's cinematic potential.