Olivia Colman Unleashes Her Potty Mouth in Debut Trailer for 'Wicked Little Letters'
Olivia Colman's captivating performance in the first 'Wicked Little Letters' trailer reveals a daring and unfiltered character Brace yourself for a wild ride as this thrilling film explores the consequences of your online actions Be prepared to rethink the power of your words
Director Thea Sharrock is set to bring the scandalous era of British history alive in her upcoming film, Wicked Little Letters. Starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley, this black comedy is set in the 1920s and centers around a real-life scandal that left people in shock. Mysterious and profane letters began appearing in everyone's mailboxes, with no clear suspect in sight. In order to generate excitement for the film, the creators have released a red band trailer.
The trailer immerses fans in the time period, as we witness Edith (played by Colman) receiving a letter filled with offensive language. Soon, the entire neighborhood becomes entangled in the scandal, suspecting their immigrant neighbor, Rose (portrayed by Buckley), of being responsible. Hilarity ensues as Edith confronts Rose, while an inspector (played by Anjana Vasan) starts investigating the case.
What’s ‘Wicked Little Letters’ About?
Penned by Jonny Sweet, this film delves into a scandal that jolted 1920s England, drawing inspiration from a true story that defies belief. "Wicked Little Letters" revolves around the lives of two neighbors in the quaint coastal town of Littlehampton: the deeply conservative Edith Swan and the rambunctious Irish migrant Rose. As a barrage of anonymous letters sets off a nationwide frenzy, a trial ensues to apprehend the culprit. Fueled by a sense of justice, the town's women, led by Police Officer Gladys Moss, take it upon themselves to unravel the mystery and discover that something sinister lies beneath the surface. Overall, this film exudes a refreshing and vibrant energy, with a wickedly humorous tone complemented by the stellar performances of its cast. Each line of dialogue is masterfully crafted to elicit laughter, amplified by the period setting. The film's message is succinctly conveyed in its trailer: "Be mindful of your online posts," a sentiment equally applicable to our modern world.
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Anjana Vasan stars as WPC Gladys Moss, Timothy Spall portrays Edward Swan, and Gemma Jones takes on the role of Victoria Swan. Alisha Weir plays the character of Rose's daughter, while Hugh Skinner appears as Constable Papperwick. Richard Goulding is cast as Mr. Scales, and Jason Watkins portrays Mr. Treading. The rest of the cast includes Malachi Kirby, Eileen Atkins, Joanna Scanlan, and Lolly Adefope in undisclosed roles.
Wicked Little Letters is scheduled to be released in the United Kingdom on February 23, 2024. You can check out the new trailer below:
