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Penélope Cruz shares how The Bride does a modern spin on the classic story: ‘They are not like obvious monsters’

Penélope Cruz shares how The Bride does a modern spin on the classic story: ‘They are not like obvious monsters’

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Penélope Cruz is all praise for writer-director Maggie Gyllenhaal for taking an original and modern spin on The Bride! The Gothic romance film starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale in lead roles is based on the 1935 film Bride of Frankenstein, which itself is adapted from Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. The Spanish actor shared how Maggie took a spin on the story in the film. (Also read: Jake Gyllenhaal on working with sister Maggie Gyllenhaal in The Bride: ‘She’s been directing me since we were kids’) Penelope Cruz at the world premiere of The Bride! in London. (Photo by Brook Mitchell / AFP) (AFP) What Penélope said about The Bride! Penélope said in a statement, “They are not like the obvious monsters that you’re supposed to run away from. It’s very intriguing, and it feels like trouble, but why? And you want to know. They are very attractive, and very attractive together. And you can feel that energy from kilometers away. I feel like that was a very, very smart …

The Bride! movie review: Christian Bale, Jessie Buckley film is brilliant, only in flashes | Movie-review News

The Bride! movie review: Christian Bale, Jessie Buckley film is brilliant, only in flashes | Movie-review News

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4 min readMar 6, 2026 07:37 PM IST The Bride! movie review: “I’m revolting,” says Ida/Penny/The Bride/Mary Shelley in The Bride!. “Oh, no!” exclaims Frank/Frankenstein. “Relax,” says she, or means it anyway. “I am revolting as in mutiny.” Just in case you didn’t get it – and there is little chance of that. From exposition of scientific terms regarding how dead persons are brought alive again, as in Frankenstein and Ida, to exposition on how this is actually a feminist treatise, in the garb of a horror/romance, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! doesn’t believe in leaving anything unsaid. So it is that Ida (Buckley) at a crucial juncture says “Me Too” once and, then, once more. So it is that Dr Euphronius (Bening) underlines that she must keep her first name hidden to get published. So it is that Frank (Bale) revels in Ida’s refusal to be anybody’s wife. And so it is that the detective who cracks the case, Mallow (Cruz), outwits the others because nobody notices the woman officer in the room. Not that …

Jake Gyllenhaal on working with sister Maggie Gyllenhaal in The Bride: ‘She’s been directing me since we were kids’

Jake Gyllenhaal on working with sister Maggie Gyllenhaal in The Bride: ‘She’s been directing me since we were kids’

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The Bride!, starring Christian Bale and Jessie Buckley in lead roles, is gearing up for release this Friday. A bold reimagining of the Bride of Frankenstein, the film is written and directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal. Maggie’s brother, actor Jake Gyllenhaal, also plays a pivotal role in it as the Matinee’s beloved Hollywood idol, Ronnie Reed. Jake has now opened up about his experience of collaborating with Maggie on the film. Actor Jake Gyllenhaal with director Maggie Gyllenhaal during the shoot of The Bride! (Warner Bros) What Jake said In a statement, Jake said, “My first impression of the script was that it was truly one of a kind. A singular vision from a brilliant mind. It felt completely individual, unlike anything I’d encountered before.I had spoken with my sister about the project for a couple of years beforehand, but when I finally read the script, it was as if she had somehow gathered and distilled all the ideas she’d been contemplating and metabolising for so many years, and woven them into this rich, deep, modern …

3 Hollywood Theatrical Releases (March 2-8, 2026): From Jessie Buckley-Christian Bale’s The Bride, Dave Franco’s Hoppers

3 Hollywood Theatrical Releases (March 2-8, 2026): From Jessie Buckley-Christian Bale’s The Bride, Dave Franco’s Hoppers

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The upcoming releases in March include a bunch of fun projects, including some book adaptations and an animated film. Check out the full list below. 1. The Bride! Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Christian Bale, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard, Julianne Hough, Talia Kleinhendler, Penelope Cruz, Jessie Buckley, Annette Bening, Jeannie Berlin, John Magaro, Osnat Handelsman-Keren Director: Maggie Gyllenhaal Language: English Genre: Gothic romance Release date: March 6, 2026 2. Hoppers Cast: Dave Franco, Meryl Streep, Nicole Paradis Grindle, Jon Hamm, Bobby Moynihan, Vanessa Bayer, Kathy Najimy, Sam Richardson, Aparna Nancherla, Daniel Chong, Melissa Villaseñor, Eduardo Franco, Piper Curda, Isiah Whitlock Jr., Ego Nwodim, Steve Purcell, Nichole Sakura, Karen Huie, Tom Law Director: Daniel Chong Language: English Genre: Animated, Science Fiction, Adventure, Comedy Release date: March 6, 2026 3. Boong Cast: Gugun Kipgen, Bala Hijam, Angom Sanamatum, Vikram Kochhar, Nemetia Ngangbam, Jenny Khurai, Hamom Sadananda Director: Lakshmipriya Devi Language: Manipuri Genre: Coming-of-age, Drama Release date: March 6, 2026 Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective …

EXCLUSIVE: Jessie Buckley says creating The Bride was ‘no joke’, lauds Maggie Gyllenhaal’s fearless female perspective

EXCLUSIVE: Jessie Buckley says creating The Bride was ‘no joke’, lauds Maggie Gyllenhaal’s fearless female perspective

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The bloom, doom, and daze of The Bride is dawning upon us! Helmed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, the upcoming Gothic romance film stars Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale in the lead roles of the titular character or Ida, and Frank, respectively. Amid an ongoing Oscar campaign for her role in Hamnet opposite Paul Mescal, the actress is also promoting her character of The Bride, which has reunited her with the director. The two have previously worked together in the 2021 psychological drama The Lost Daughter, which also made them Academy Award favorites.  Now, ahead of the worldwide premiere of her film, Jessie Buckley exclusively shared with us why she decided to join forces again. Calling her one of the most important women in her life, the 36-year-old shared what it was like to become her Ida, “She has woken me up in a way that I didn’t think was possible in a lifetime. She’s an absolute artist at her core. She is fearless, even if she has fear she walks towards it.” Being a female director …

EXCLUSIVE: Christian Bale couldn’t forget Maggie Gyllenhaal’s fiery, eccentric The Bride script, ‘Really lingered with me’

EXCLUSIVE: Christian Bale couldn’t forget Maggie Gyllenhaal’s fiery, eccentric The Bride script, ‘Really lingered with me’

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The world of Frankenstein is intriguing and challenging the tale this time is none other than Maggie Gyllenhaal, the Academy Award-nominated writer and director of The Lost Daughter. And while the story itself may be one many have tried to champion, this one is being talked about for its bold attempt and a star-studded cast. In the lead are Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale as The Bride herself, Ida, and Frank, respectively. The characters were introduced to the world first in 1818 and have since evolved into these intense existences on the screen, so that their impact is immeasurable.  Christian Bale shares his admiration for Maggie Gyllenhaal and the creators of The Bride In an exclusive note to Pinkvilla, the Oscar winner himself shared his thoughts about being handed the script and how he felt stepping into the shoes of Frank. On his first meeting with the deeply intellectual character, now reimagined via Maggie Gyllenhaal’s world, Christian Bale recalls being ‘totally surprised.’  Adding to that, the actor shares how it has been an experience in …

Christian Bale As Frankenstein, Jessie Buckley As The Bride

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Christian Bale and Jessie Buckley in The Bride! (courtesy: warnerbrosindia) The makers of The Bride! have unveiled the first-look posters of Christian Bale and Jessie Buckley. In the post uploaded on Warner Bros India’s official Instagram page, we can spot Christian Bale as Frankenstein and Jessie Buckley as the bride. In the black and white snap, Christian looks rugged with his forehead covered in stitches and a tattoo on his chest. He can be seen looking down while wearing a layered outfit. In Jessie’s close-up shot, we can see her character carrying a black splatter on her face. The actress is dressed in a black outfit with her short blonde tresses styled in curls. The last slide features a picture of the clapperboard with the text “Camera test.” The caption attached to the post read, “Meet The Bride and Frank.” As per the official synopsis, “[The Bride!] sees a lonely Frankenstein travel to 1930s Chicago to seek the aide of a Dr. Euphronius in creating a companion for himself. The two reinvigorate a murdered young woman and …