Cynthia Erivo to Star in ‘Prima Facie,’ Movie Adaptation of Smash Jodie Comer Play (EXCLUSIVE)
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variety.comMatt Donnelly Senior Film Writer Cynthia Erivo will star in a film adaptation of the theater sensation “Prime Facie,” Variety can report exclusively.
Participant and Bunya Productions announced Monday that Oscar nominee Erivo will take on the role originated on the West End (and, currently, on Broadway) by actor Jodie Comer.
Erivo will also executive produce the project through her banner Edith’s Daughter. BAFTA winner and Emmy nominee Susanna White (“Woman Walks Ahead,” “Star Wars: Andor”) will direct.
Suzie Miller will adapt her own critically-acclaimed stage play for the screen. “Prima Facie,” which translates to “at first sight,” tells the propulsive story of ambitious and confident defense attorney Tessa.
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