Everything we know (so far) about Billie Eilish’s Bell Jar.
Earlier this year, we got wind that Billie Eilish—that reigning maestra of youthful melancholy—will star in a new film adaptation of Sylvia Plath’s The Bell Jar. Directed by the brilliant Sarah Polley, this project represents Eilish’s first foray onto the
Billie Eilish is set to star in a film adaptation of Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar, directed by Sarah Polley, who is known for her Canadian roots. This marks Eilish's first major film role, and her casting choice has sparked debate among Plath fans. Early photos from the set reveal Eilish transformed into Esther Greenwood, the movie's protagonist, wearing a striking red ensemble and sporting a bold red lip.
The film's production has been shooting at various locations in Toronto and Hamilton, Ontario, including McMaster University, Ancaster's Tamahaac Club, and Mount Mary Immaculate, a former orphanage and sanatorium. These settings align thematically with the story, which explores Esther's mental health struggles. The film also features Carey Mulligan as Esther's mother and Ella Beatty, who is reportedly in final talks to join the cast.
Connor Storrie, a hockey player known for his Canadian roots, is also rumored to be part of the production.
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