A new set of character posters have been revealed fromSpencer, the upcoming Princess Diana biopic starringKristen Stewartthat’s been generating some awards season buzz since premiering at last month’s Venice International Film Festival. The one-sheets reveal a quintet from the movie’s major players, all played by hugely talented stars.
Spencerfocuses on the fractured marriage between Diana and Prince Charles, which saw them dogged by rumors of discontent, extra-marital affairs, and relentless tabloid coverage. Holed up at the Queen’s Sandringham Estate over the festive holiday, the royal couple tries to put on a brave face, with the story imagining what may have unfolded behind closed doors during those turbulent times.
As well as Stewart’s title character, the new posters also showcaseJack Farthingas Prince Charles,Timothy Spallas Equerry Major Gregory,Sean Harrisas Chef Darren, andSally Hawkinsas Maggie.
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Pablo Larraín, no stranger to the biopic having directedNatalie Portmanto an Academy Award nomination in 2016’sJackie, helms the project from a script byPeaky Blinderscreator andLockedirectorSteven Knight.
Spencerhas been winning strong reviews since debuting on the festival circuit, with many analysts naming Stewart as an instant front-runner in the Best Actress race thanks to what’s roundly being lauded as a career-best performance. The last time we saw the late Princess of Wales get the big-screen treatment the end result wasNaomi Watts' pannedDiana, so at least this one’s shaping up to be vastly superior.
Audiences will be able to find out for themselves on November 5 whenSpencercomes to theaters. Check out the new character posters below:
KEEP READING:‘Spencer’ Poster Promises an Emotional and Intimate Princess Di Biopic From Kristen Stewart and Pablo Larraín
