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Meryl Streep: Devil Wears Prada 2 Characters Are More Complex
4 May
Summary
- Streep aims for realistic characters in 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'.
- She believes modern films often present simplistic heroes and villains.
- The sequel features complex characters with flawed heroes and human villains.
Meryl Streep is sharing her perspective on character development in contemporary cinema, particularly for the upcoming film, 'The Devil Wears Prada 2.' Streep expressed that fans can anticipate a new depth to her iconic character, Miranda Priestly, highlighting a move toward more realistic portrayals.
She critiqued the current trend of "Marvel-izing" movies, which often presents overly simplistic good versus evil narratives. Streep finds this approach boring, emphasizing that life's true interest lies in the complexities of human nature, where even villains possess relatable human traits and heroes have flaws.
The sequel is set to reunite Streep's Miranda Priestly with Anne Hathaway's Andy Sachs. They will navigate professional challenges, including securing ad dollars with the help of Emily Charlton, portrayed by Emily Blunt, who now heads Dior's U.S. operations.
Streep also shared that revisiting her character felt natural and easy. She enjoys the process of rediscovering established characters, indicating a comfortable return to the role of Miranda Priestly.
