February 7th 2024.
Maisie Williams, known for her role in Game of Thrones, has taken on a new and challenging role as a member of the Dior family in the upcoming TV show The New Look. In this 10-episode series for Apple TV+, Maisie will portray Catherine Dior, sister of the famous perfume maker Christian Dior and a resistance fighter during World War II.
As the show delves into the lives of the Dior dynasty, it also explores the rise to fame of Catherine's brother Christian and fashion designer Coco Chanel, played by Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche. Maisie has fully immersed herself in the role, with harrowing scenes including Catherine's interrogation by the Gestapo and her imprisonment in a concentration camp.
In an interview with Harper's Bazaar UK, Maisie expressed the honor she felt in taking on such a demanding role, stating that it required an extraordinary amount of research and care. She also shared how the weight of the wartime period in Paris became more tangible to her through this role.
To accurately portray Catherine's later appearance of being emaciated, Maisie went to extreme lengths, undergoing a strict regime of dieting and dehydration. She revealed that she ate very little, meditated constantly, and even had to sweat before filming each day. This intense process also took a toll on her physical and mental well-being, causing her to have nightmares about being trapped and attacked.
Despite the challenges, Maisie was determined to highlight the uplifting aspects of Catherine's story. She stated that every day on set was a reminder of the horrors that humans are capable of, but also of the love and hope that can still exist. Ultimately, she wanted to make a show that was uplifting and inspiring.
The New Look will be available on Apple TV+ on February 14th, and fans can expect to see Maisie in a completely different light. She may be unrecognizable in her role, but her dedication and hard work are sure to make this series a must-watch.
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