'Weisz's post-Favourite move': Diving into Marvel mystery with Black Widow
Rachel Weisz, post her Oscar-nom for "The Favourite," flirted with the MCU, gearing to join the "Black Widow" brigade. Dive into this vintage scoop!
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:27 PM ISTRachel Weisz, post her Oscar-nom for "The Favourite," flirted with the MCU, gearing to join the "Black Widow" brigade. Dive into this vintage scoop!
Back in 2019, the Hollywood buzz was palpable. The Marvel Cinematic Universe, always a juggernaut of celebrity attraction, was drawing another high-profile star into its vast expanse. Just as the dust was settling from her remarkable performance in “The Favourite,” Rachel Weisz was circling the Marvel universe.
From Royal Drama to Superhero Glam
Rachel's accolade-packed portrayal in “The Favourite” had everyone talking. As reported by Variety, the momentum didn't stop post-Oscars. Weisz, having clinched nominations and wins across the board, from the Golden Globes to a triumphant stint at the BAFTAs, was in the early stages of discussing a role in the then much-anticipated “Black Widow” movie. Now, that's called jumping from one high to another!
Marvel-ous Moves and MCU Mysteries
While Marvel, true to its tight-lipped reputation, remained hush about the talks, sources hinted at a mutual interest. The potential involvement of other stars like "Stranger Things" sensation David Harbour and "Outlaw King’s" Florence Pugh added to the cinematic allure. The cherry on top? "The potential collaboration of Weisz and Johansson!" – now that's a super duo we'd pay double to watch on screen.
Unraveling the Widow’s Web
The speculation wasn't just around Weisz's inclusion, but also about the nature of “Black Widow” itself. Would it delve deep into the enigmatic origins of Johansson's iconic character, or spin a tale post the dramatic “Avengers: Endgame”? Moreover, the million-dollar (or should we say billion-dollar, considering the MCU’s track record?) question: Who was Rachel Weisz supposed to portray?
Fan Fever and Weisz’s Wanderlust
Since Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow swung into action in 2010’s “Iron Man 2”, fans had clamored for a standalone saga. Marvel, sensing the end of an era with the MCU's latest phase, saw this as the optimal moment to green-light the venture.
And Rachel Weisz? Fresh from portraying regal personas and amidst a career renaissance, she seemed poised to dive headlong into a new cinematic challenge. With her credibility, talent, and charisma, she surely promised a performance to marvel at.
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