After Sundance Film Festival premiere and a title change (from Two Mothers), the latest drama by Anne Fontaine (Coco Before Chanel), is set to debut this fall and we’ve got a new theatrical trailer. With the new branding of Adore, the film follows Naomi Watts and Robin Wright as childhood friends who end up falling in love with each other’s son (Xavier Samuel, James Frecheville).
Based on Doris Lessing‘s novel and the script comes from Christopher Hampton, who has previously worked on A Dangerous Method and Atonement, but even with the talent behind and in front of the screen, the teasers thus far have had a bit too much melodrama to take seriously. I suppose that comes with the plotting territory, but we’ll find out if there is a worthwhile drama here soon. One can check out the trailer and poster below for the film also starring Ben Mendelsohn.
Naomi Watts and Robin Wright deliver riveting performances in ADORE, a sensual and provocative drama about two lifelong friends who find unexpected happiness in relationships that cross the bounds of convention. An unpredictable tale of misguided love and a heartfelt celebration of the enduring nature of female friendship, ADORE is the English-speaking directorial debut of Anne Fontaine. Set in an Australian seaside town, ADORE establishes an aura of fable as it follows two women’s plunge into uncharted waters. Watts and Wright fearlessly engage with the physical and psychological components of the story, capturing the complex emotions and powerful desires driving their characters. Strong performances from Xavier Samuel and James Frecheville complement Watts and Wright. ADORE radiates with intoxicating sensuality while exploring the intricacies of love, family, morality and passion.
Adore hits on September 6th in theaters and on VOD.