Focus Sets Summer Release for Angourie Rice’s Rom-Com ‘Finding Emily’
Focus Features is gearing up to release its new romantic comedy, “Finding Emily,” this summer. Directed by Alicia MacDonald, the film is set to hit U.S. theaters on August 28, as reported by El-Balad. The project has generated interest for its unique storyline and talented cast.
Film Overview
“Finding Emily” features Angourie Rice, Spike Fearn, and Minnie Driver. The narrative revolves around a musician who mistakenly receives a wrong number linked to an ideal woman. He then partners with an ambitious psychology student to track her down. The film is produced by Working Title Films, known for classics such as “Bridget Jones’s Diary” and “Notting Hill.”
Release Dates
- U.S. theatrical release: August 28, 2024
- U.K. theatrical release: May 22, 2024
Director and Writers
This marks Alicia MacDonald’s directorial debut. The screenplay is crafted by Rachel Hirons, recognized for “A Guide to Second Date Sex.” Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner from Working Title, along with Olivier Kaempfer from Parkville Pictures, serve as producers.
Cast Highlights
- Angourie Rice: Known for her role as Betty Brant in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, she recently appeared in “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021) and the upcoming musical “Mean Girls.”
- Spike Fearn: Starred in films like “Aftersun,” “Alien: Romulus,” and will feature alongside Liam Neeson in “4 Kids Walk Into a Bank.”
- Minnie Driver: Renowned actress with a diverse portfolio in film and television.
Focus Features’ Upcoming Slate
In addition to “Finding Emily,” Focus Features has an exciting lineup planned for the coming year, including:
- Robert Eggers’ “Werwulf”
- Paul Greengrass’ “The Uprising”
- Georgia Oakley’s adaptation of “Sense and Sensibility”
- Hayley Kiyoko’s directorial debut “Girls Like Girls”
- The documentary “The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist”
As “Finding Emily” prepares for its release, anticipation is building among fans of romantic comedies. The film promises to deliver a charming narrative with a talented cast and crew.
