Jennifer Lawrence Confronts Postpartum Turmoil in Upcoming Film

In 2025, Jennifer Lawrence is set to return to the awards conversation with her starring role in Lynne Ramsay's psychological drama "Die My Love." The film, an adaptation of Ariana Harwicz's novel, sees Lawrence playing Grace, a new mother experiencing a profound emotional freefall.

During a recent interview, Lawrence spoke openly about the difficulties of bringing such a personal story to the screen. She describes the creative process as a rollercoaster, from falling in love with the script to the anxiety-inducing handoff when the film is released to the public. This stress was amplified by the fact that both Lawrence and her co-star, Robert Pattinson, were new parents themselves while filming.

Lawrence had to constantly separate her own maternal instincts from the more volatile choices of her character. Ramsay's improvisational approach, which involved cutting pre-written dialogue in favor of behavior-driven scenes, only added to the challenge. Pattinson, meanwhile, credits Lawrence with helping to shape a more balanced on-screen relationship than in the original novel.

Despite her status as a Hollywood icon, Lawrence acknowledges that the fear of public reception never truly goes away, especially when tackling such personal material. But she remains "blessed and lucky" to have the opportunity to bring complex stories to life on the big screen.