Apple’s collaboration with A24 is a gift that keeps on giving, and they have another A-list project on the way. Scarlett Johansson will play the lead in the upcoming sci-fi drama Bride, to be directed by Sebastián Lelio.
According to its official synopsis, this project follows “a woman created to be an ideal wife—the singular obsession of a brilliant entrepreneur.” After rejecting her creator, she’s forced to escape her confined existence, find her true identity and strength to rebuild her life.
Lelio’s previous filmography includes a slate of critically acclaimed projects, including the Oscar-winning drama A Fantastic Woman. He’s co-writing the script for Bride with Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo.
In addition to playing the lead role, Johansson will also serve as one of the producers. Her recent filmography includes the Oscar-nominated turns in Jojo Rabbit and Marriage Story. She’s soon set to appear in Marvel’s Black Widow, in addition to being attached to the upcoming Little Shop of Horrors remake.
