Key Takeaways:
– A remake of The War of the Roses is in the pipeline, reimagined as “The Roses.”
– The comedy-drama will feature Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman as the rivaling couple.
– The project involves noteworthy industry figures like Jay Roach, Tony McNamara, and others.
– Production for the film has begun and casting is underway in the United Kingdom.
Marriage Trouble and Dark Comedy Mix in “The Roses”
Marital battles can take some unexpected turns, as demonstrated by the renowned defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. This saga drew public attention to the extent that celebrity friends chimed in with playful movie ideas. Alice Cooper, Depp’s friend, even suggested reworking the searing 1989 comedy-drama The War of the Roses with Depp and Heard at the helm. His wish may not have been completely granted, but a remake is on the cards nonetheless.
The New War of the Roses
Known as “The Roses,” the film is spearheaded by renowned industry veteran Jay Roach, who holds credentials for comedy favorites such as the Austin Powers trilogy and Meet the Parents series. Roach teams up with other apex industry figures like producer Adam Ackland and writer Tony McNamara. McNamara is known for his recent nomination for the film “Poor Things” and for Yorgos Lanthimos’s acclaimed movie “The Favourite.”
Feud Sparks Among the Perfect Couple
The film sets up Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman as the couple whose picture-perfect facade veils mutual resentment and competition. As their perfect world crumbles, their marriage is rocked by comedic bouts of power strife and love wars. And, it seems, no holds are barred in these hilarious exchanges.
Production and Casting Progress
Currently, production is moving forward in the United Kingdom. Recruiting for what appears to be twin roles – that of Roy and Hattie, the children of our less-than-blissful couple – is in full swing. The casting description suggests that the younger and teen versions of these twins are being sought. It seems they’ve inherited their parents’ love for competition. Described as disciplined athletes with a rigid training routine, they also boast a dry, witty humor. A humor presumably nurtured by both parents.
Conclusion
The Roses, a revamped version of The War of the Roses, promises a sharp-tongued, belly-laugh-inducing depiction of marital turbulence. By combining a talented cast anchored by Cumberbatch and Colman and an industry-acclaimed production team, this project looks poised to become a film industry juggernaut. The ongoing casting hunt for the crucial roles of the twins suggests an exciting next chapter in this film’s journey. We anticipate “The Roses,” with its blend of comedy, drama, and a hint of the absurd, to create waves upon its release.
