Anne Hathaway cast as Mother Mary: Release Date and Latest Updates

Theater-goers are eagerly awaiting the premiere of A24s upcoming pop musical Mother Mary, featuring Anne Hathaway in a central role. This highly anticipated project has been generating both excitement and debate, with some viewers expressing concern over the films title.

The film showcases original music by renowned contemporary artists Jack Antonoff, FKA Twigs, and Charli XCX, highlighting Hathaways transition into a full-fledged pop star within the story. According to director David Lowery (known for Aint Them Bodies Saints and The Green Knight), the filming experience was intense and challenging. He compared the production to the famously tumultuous making of Apocalypse Now, noting that Hathaway and her co-stars underwent emotionally demanding moments on set.

Hathaway shared with Vogue that portraying Mother Mary required a deep level of vulnerability and humility. Already an accomplished singer, she pursued additional vocal and dance training to fully inhabit the pop diva character. She described the process as a transformative experience that involved embracing her beginner status and accepting the challenges of learning anew each day.

Plot Overview

Mother Mary follows the story of a fictional musician navigating a personal and professional crisis. IMDb describes it as exploring the relationship between a fictional musician and a famous fashion designer. According to Variety, Hathaways character abandons her tour amid an existential crisis and reconnects with an old friend who helped shape her public image, likely portrayed by Michaela Coel. Hathaway herself emphasized that the film is neither a ghost story nor a romance.

Cast Details

As of now, the confirmed cast consists entirely of women. Alongside Hathaway and Coel, the lineup includes Hunter Schaefer (Euphoria) as Hilda, Atheena Frizzell as Emily, Jessica Brown Findlay as Tessa, Sian Clifford as Jade, and Isaura Barb-Brown as Kyla. Additional cast members include Kaia Gerber, Alba Baptista, FKA Twigs, Parinas Esmailsadeh, Julia Stolba, Dani Vitale, and Laura Meakin.

Trailer

The first trailer, released on December 2 by A24, sets a mysterious and atmospheric tone. It signals that the film is not a conventional love story or supernatural tale, but rather a ritualistic and introspective exploration, blending themes of pop icon worship with emotional intensity.

Release Date

Mother Mary is slated for release in spring. Further updates on the films premiere and additional details will be shared as they become available.

Author: Maya Henderson