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Jude Law's Transformative Performance as Henry VIII in 'Firebrand'

Brazilian director Karim Aïnouz directs "Firebrand," a historical drama based on Elizabeth Fremantle's novel about Katherine Parr, the sixth and final wife of Henry VIII. Aïnouz, who initially knew little about Tudor history, became captivated by Parr's story and saw it as a fight for autonomy and freedom of thought. The film, which stars Alicia Vikander as Parr and Jude Law as Henry VIII, received an eight-minute standing ovation at Cannes and is expected to enter the awards race.

via Variety|

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"Firebrand" Reigns at Cannes with Alicia Vikander and Jude Law's Horribly Good Performances

Alicia Vikander received an eight-minute standing ovation at the Cannes premiere of "Firebrand," in which she stars as Katherine Parr, the sixth and final wife of King Henry VIII. Co-star Jude Law and director Karim Aïnouz also received huge applause. The film, adapted from the novel "Queen's Gambit," takes place in Tudor England and follows Parr as she tries to outmaneuver and outlast the tyrannical king. "Firebrand" is seeking U.S. distribution and is being sold by CAA and FilmNation.

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"Firebrand" Reigns Supreme with 8-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes Premiere

"Firebrand," a period film starring Jude Law and Alicia Vikander, premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival to an eight and a half minute standing ovation. Directed by Karim Aïnouz, the movie follows the story of Catherine Parr, the final wife of Henry VIII, and her radical Protestant beliefs. The film is playing in competition and marks Aïnouz's English language debut. International sales were handled by FilmNation Entertainment, and Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions will distribute in several territories.

via Deadline|

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"Firebrand: Alicia Vikander and Jude Law Reign in Feminist Historical Drama"

Alicia Vikander and Jude Law star in the psychological thriller, Firebrand, which explores the life of Katherine Parr, the sixth wife of Henry VIII. The film, directed by Karim Aïnouz, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. Vikander plays Parr, a smart woman who had to strategize to survive in a marriage with a beast. Law relishes his role as the fearsome monarch, who is portrayed as a murderer and a butcher. The film is set in the ancient Haddon Hall, built with local Derbyshire, England sandstone.

via Deadline|

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