Two actresses. One with a great history of acclaimed film work. The other, just beginning her cinematic prosperity. Both headlining upcoming movies centered on characters undergoing top quality identity crises—one charming, one chilling. Now they’re about to unite for a project that is sure to show off the best each has to offer.
Glenn Close and Elizabeth Olson will be starring together in Therese Raquin, a heartbreaking period drama about a tyrannical aunt’s control over her young niece. The story takes place in 1860s Paris, which is, mathematically, the most cinematic decade location combination.
Close will play Madame Raquin and Olson her niece Therese. Raquin forces Therese to marry her own first cousin, who is, on top of being her blood relative, a twisted and selfish young man. Therese’s life of misery is brightened only by her love for Laurent, a friend of her cusband. However, the extramarital affair that does inevitably transpire forces Therese further down into a black pit of despair. It sounds hilarious.
Close has been attached to Therese Raquin for quite some time, and newcomer-to-the-screen Olson might be just what the production was seeking. The pairing of these two powerful actresses could add up to a momumental piece of film.
Therese Raquin is written and directed by Charlie Stratton. This will be his directorial debut.
Source: EW
