Ana de Armas, the star of the upcoming biopic on Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe titled “Blonde,” believes that the late actress’s spirit was present on the set.
The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival on September 2nd, 2022, where Ana stunned in a pink gown reminiscent of Marilyn’s iconic “The Seven Year Itch” dress.
Following the screening, Ana received a standing ovation that lasted for 14 minutes, which left her in tears.
In a recent interview with Reuters, Ana opened up about her experience filming “Blonde” and the presence she felt on set. “I think she was happy.
She would also throw things off the wall sometimes and get mad if she didn’t like something,” Ana revealed.
“Maybe this sounds very mystical, but it is true. We all felt it.”
Ana was not alone in her belief that Marilyn’s spirit was present on set. Director Andrew Dominik also spoke of feeling her presence during filming.
“It definitely took on elements of being like a seance,” he said.
The casting of Ana de Armas in the role of Marilyn Monroe had initially caused controversy, as some felt that her accent did not match the late actress’s iconic tone.
However, the official Marilyn Monroe Estate came out in support of Ana and the rest of the team, stating that “based on the trailer alone, it looks like Ana was a great casting choice as she captures Marilyn’s glamour, humanity, and vulnerability.”
Ana’s portrayal of Marilyn has been highly anticipated since the announcement of her casting.
Her dedication to the role is evident in the lengths she went to prepare for it, including studying Marilyn’s life, mannerisms, and voice.
In a previous interview with Vanity Fair, Ana discussed her approach to the role.
“I wanted to honor her, and I wanted to do my job as an actress to the best of my abilities.”
The highly anticipated film tells the story of Marilyn’s rise to fame and her struggles with addiction and mental health.
Ana has previously spoken about the importance of portraying these struggles accurately, stating that “it was very important for me to understand her psychology, and where she came from, and how she became who she was.”
Despite the controversy surrounding her casting, Ana’s performance in “Blonde” has been highly praised.
Her ability to capture Marilyn’s essence has been commended by critics, who have called her “captivating,” “magnetic,” and “transformative.”
Ana’s performance has been described as one of the standout performances of the film.
In addition to Ana, “Blonde” also stars Adrien Brody as Arthur Miller, Julianne Nicholson as Marilyn’s mother Gladys, and Bobby Cannavale as Joe DiMaggio.
The film is directed by Andrew Dominik and is based on the novel of the same name by Joyce Carol Oates.
The film’s release on September 16th, 2022, has been highly anticipated by fans of Marilyn Monroe and Ana de Armas alike.
The film promises to offer a unique perspective on Marilyn’s life and legacy, and Ana’s portrayal of the iconic actress is sure to be a standout performance.
