Vanessa Kirby as Julie, Eric Kofi Abrefa as Jean, and Thalissa Teixeira as Kristina
Vanessa Kirby, known for her critically acclaimed performances in "The Crown" and "Pieces of Eight", brought a level of depth and nuance to the role of the woman in black that was both captivating and terrifying. Her portrayal of the ghostly figure was a masterclass in restraint, conveying a sense of sorrow and longing that was both heartbreaking and unsettling. Kirby's performance was widely praised by critics, with many noting that she brought a new level of complexity to the character.
In the theatre, a front-row seat gives you one perspective. In the cinema, the editor can cut between a wide shot of the stark, white set (designed by Tom Scutt) and a brutal close-up of Kirby’s tear-streaked face as she whispers, "I have no story." The intimacy is invasive. You are not watching Julie ; you are trapped in the room with her.
The production was a critical and commercial success, with audiences and critics alike praising the performances, direction, and production values. The show was broadcast to over 200 cinemas in the UK and Ireland, and was seen by over 100,000 people. The production also received widespread critical acclaim, with many reviewers praising Kirby's performance and Hytner's direction.
Whether you know the original or are new to Strindberg, Julie (2018) is a riveting piece of modern theatre—and Vanessa Kirby’s performance alone is worth the watch. It’s a brutal, beautiful collision of upstairs and downstairs, lust and loathing, freedom and damnation.
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Vanessa Kirby as Julie, Eric Kofi Abrefa as Jean, and Thalissa Teixeira as Kristina
Vanessa Kirby, known for her critically acclaimed performances in "The Crown" and "Pieces of Eight", brought a level of depth and nuance to the role of the woman in black that was both captivating and terrifying. Her portrayal of the ghostly figure was a masterclass in restraint, conveying a sense of sorrow and longing that was both heartbreaking and unsettling. Kirby's performance was widely praised by critics, with many noting that she brought a new level of complexity to the character. National Theatre Live Julie -2018 Vanessa Kirby...
In the theatre, a front-row seat gives you one perspective. In the cinema, the editor can cut between a wide shot of the stark, white set (designed by Tom Scutt) and a brutal close-up of Kirby’s tear-streaked face as she whispers, "I have no story." The intimacy is invasive. You are not watching Julie ; you are trapped in the room with her. Vanessa Kirby as Julie, Eric Kofi Abrefa as
The production was a critical and commercial success, with audiences and critics alike praising the performances, direction, and production values. The show was broadcast to over 200 cinemas in the UK and Ireland, and was seen by over 100,000 people. The production also received widespread critical acclaim, with many reviewers praising Kirby's performance and Hytner's direction. In the theatre, a front-row seat gives you one perspective
Whether you know the original or are new to Strindberg, Julie (2018) is a riveting piece of modern theatre—and Vanessa Kirby’s performance alone is worth the watch. It’s a brutal, beautiful collision of upstairs and downstairs, lust and loathing, freedom and damnation.