Allison Williams: Morgan's world is turned upside down by the betrayal in 'Regretting You'

NEW YORK, Dec. 5 Allison Williams, known for her roles in Get Out and M3GAN, revealed that her character Morgan in Regretting You must confront a world turned upside down following a shocking betrayal and personal tragedy. It changes, literally, everything, Williams, 37, shared in a Zoom interview. Her responsibilities as a mother temper her initial response, but ultimately, it reshapes her entire perspective on life.

The film, adapted from Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel, is available now on digital platforms. It follows Morgan as she deals with the sudden deaths of her husband Chris (Scott Eastwood) and her sister Jenny (Willa Fitzgerald), who were secretly involved in an affair. Morgan's daughter Clara (Mckenna Grace) and Jennys boyfriend Jonah (Dave Franco), who has long harbored feelings for Morgan, are left to navigate the aftermath.

Meanwhile, Clara develops a romantic connection with Miller (Mason Thames) while preparing for college amidst the family turmoil. Williams noted that this younger romance mirrors Morgan and Jonahs relationship, though the teens handle certain situations with greater maturity. I was impressed by how the younger characters manage to be emotionally honest and make the right choicesfor the most part, Williams said. It shows progress with the new generation compared to the past.

Although the story grapples with grief and loss, it also includes lighter moments that enhance its realism. Williams explained that much of the humor arose spontaneously on set through ad-libbing. We had an incredible cast who were great at improvisation. It made the process seamless and enjoyable, she said.

Director Josh Boone, known for The Fault in Our Stars and The New Mutants, was credited with fostering a collaborative and cohesive atmosphere. He set the tone perfectly so each scene had the right emotional weight, despite the varied humor and feelings of the characters, Williams added.

The screenplay by Susan McMartin stayed largely faithful to Hoover's novel while creatively filling in gaps for the screen. We tried to honor the books storytelling and character arcs, only adding what was necessary to adapt it visually, Williams said. Our goal was to bring the elements that readers loved to life on screen.

The film also features performances by Sam Morelos and Clancy Brown.

Author: Zoe Harrison