UPDATE: Jennifer Lawrence has just labeled her new film, Die, My Love, as a form of “revenge” after missing out on the role of Bella in the Twilight series. Speaking at the film’s premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, Lawrence humorously remarked on the significance of finally working with Robert Pattinson, who starred as Edward Cullen in the franchise.
In an interview with Variety, she stated, “Yeah, it’s the total revenge that I’ve wanted,” emphasizing the personal satisfaction of this collaboration after her earlier audition rejection. Lawrence had previously disclosed on The Rewatchables podcast that she was turned down for the Twilight role without even receiving a callback.
Die, My Love, directed by Lynne Ramsay, is a psychological dramedy that features Lawrence and Pattinson as Grace and Jackson, a couple grappling with shared psychosis after Grace suffers from postpartum depression. The film is set to hit North American theaters on November 7, following its positive reception at Cannes. Critics have given the film an impressive 80% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with Lawrence’s performance hailed as a standout.
Graeme Guttmann from ScreenRant awarded the film an 8 out of 10, praising Lawrence’s “earth-shattering” performance and the film’s unique tonal balance. Guttmann noted, “Grace is the beating heart of this film,” highlighting Lawrence’s ability to blend moments of anger with subtle humor.
This film marks a pivotal return for Lawrence, following her roles in No Hard Feelings and Causeway. For Pattinson, it comes after the underwhelming performance of his spring release, Mickey 17. Both stars have navigated their careers with a mix of blockbuster and indie projects, with Lawrence also known for her role as Mystique in X-Men: Dark Phoenix and Pattinson as Batman in The Batman.
The emotional stakes are high for both actors as they reunite nearly 17 years after their near-miss with Twilight. As anticipation builds, audiences are eager to see how this long-awaited collaboration unfolds.
The film’s unique premise and critical acclaim suggest that Die, My Love promises to be another intriguing chapter in both Lawrence’s and Pattinson’s careers. Fans are already buzzing about its potential success as it gears up for its theatrical release.
Stay tuned for more updates as Die, My Love prepares to captivate audiences everywhere.
