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Gwyneth Paltrow is making a big return to the screen, set to star in a new Netflix feature film based on the explosive memoir, Stranger. The streamer confirmed today that it has won a six-way bidding war for the rights to the #1 New York Times bestseller by Belle Burden.
This marks another major addition to Netflix’s growing library of “Book Club” adaptations. If you haven’t heard the buzz about it yet, you’re in for a wild ride.
What is Stranger About this?
The Stranger: A Memoir of Marriage The real-life story of Belle Burden’s two-decade marriage and its sudden, shocking end. The book, which reached the top of the New York Times bestseller list in mid-January and remained there for eight weeks, first came into limelight with a viral hit. modern love Essay.
The memoir follows Burden, a woman with an Ivy League pedigree and an ideal life, as her husband of 20 years suddenly leaves her for someone else. It has been called “compelling nail-biter” and “a must-read for every wife—and husband”, exploring themes of narcissistic abuse and the terrifying realization that you may not know the person you share your life with.
The book’s official logline gives a glimpse of the premise:
“In March 2020, Belle Burden was safe in her home on Martha’s Vineyard with her family, living together during the early days of the pandemic… Then, without any warning or explanation, her husband of twenty years announced he was leaving her. Overnight, her caring, steady partner became a man she hardly recognized.”
Who is behind the customization?
This project comes with some serious creative power. Academy Award-nominated twice stacey lion (erin brockovich, Django Unchained) is linked to production. Who will write the script? Heidi SchreckTony-nominated playwright and screenwriter known for What does the Constitution mean to me?. Author belle burden Paltrow is also involved as an executive producer.
Author Belle Burden – Image Credit: Charmaine Burden
Gwyneth Paltrow’s big return to form
While he is busy making her goop Enthralled critics in Empire and recent A24 hit Marty Supreme, Stranger It feels like a return to the heavy-hitting dramatic roles that made Paltrow a household name. it’s his turn Marty Supremewhich garnered an impressive nine Academy Award nominations, has left audiences eager to see him in more complex roles.
This will be Paltrow’s second major project with Netflix, following her role in Ryan Murphy’s two-season series. Politician.
This acquisition is a clear indicator of Netflix’s ongoing strategy to corner the market on literary adaptations, adding to an already exciting slate that includes films People we meet on holidays And remarkably bright creatures. The streamer is known for snapping up the rights to dozens of books at any given time, constantly looking for the next big hit to bring to the screen.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on this as more news about the director and full cast is announced.
Are you excited to see this bestselling memoir come to life on Netflix? Is Gwyneth Paltrow the right choice for Belle Burden? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!