Carey Mulligan to Play Billie Eilish's Mother in 'The Bell Jar' Adaptation
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Mulligan Takes on Mrs. Greenwood Role
Carey Mulligan has been added to the cast of Focus Features' upcoming film adaptation of "The Bell Jar," the renowned novel by Sylvia Plath. The casting news follows Mulligan's recent Emmy nomination for her performance in the second season of the Netflix series "Beef."
According to industry sources, Mulligan will take on the role of Mrs. Greenwood, the mother of the story's central character, Esther Greenwood. Global music star Billie Eilish is set to portray Esther, a casting choice that will mark her first appearance in a feature film. Focus Features has not yet issued a formal announcement regarding the project.
Sarah Polley Attached to Direct
Sarah Polley, the filmmaker behind "Women Talking," is signed on to direct the adaptation. The production is being handled by Plan B, Studiocanal, and Joy Coalition as producing partners.
Additional casting details remain limited, though reports indicate that Connor Storrie, known for his work in "Heated Rivalry," may also appear in the film. Representatives for both Focus Features and Mulligan offered no immediate comment when approached about the casting.
An Acclaimed Career Across Film and Television
Mulligan brings substantial recognition to the project, having earned three Academy Award nominations for her work in "An Education," "Promising Young Woman," and Bradley Cooper's "Maestro." Her recent performance opposite Oscar Isaac in the second season of Lee Sung Jin's "Beef" on Netflix drew significant praise and contributed to her Emmy nomination.
She also received a BAFTA nomination for best supporting actress for "The Ballad of Wallis Island," another title released under Focus Features. Her additional screen credits include roles in "Saltburn," "Drive," "Shame," "Inside Llewyn Davis," "Far from the Madding Crowd," "Suffragette," "Mudbound," and "She Said." Mulligan's representation includes Julian Belfrage, CAA, and Jackoway Austen.
With Polley directing and a cast that pairs a three-time Oscar nominee with a global pop star making her film debut, the adaptation of Plath's famed novel has already attracted considerable attention. As further details about the production and additional cast members emerge, "The Bell Jar" remains a project worth following. If you found this article informative, consider sharing it with fellow film enthusiasts and spreading the word about this upcoming literary adaptation.
