March 21st 2023.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Around a decade ago, Gillian Anderson assumed the character of Miss Havisham, while Olivia Colman was hesitant to star in the new adaptation of the 1861 novel Great Expectations, being aware of the performances of her acquaintances Gillian and Helena Bonham Carter. Both Charlotte Rampling and Jean Simmons had previously depicted the wealthy, jilted would-be bride in the past, as well as Joan Hickson and Margaret Leighton. Olivia, who has acted as Queen Anne in The Favourite, Queen Elizabeth II in The Crown and Angela Burr in The Night Manager, expressed her worry of being compared to her friends and stated that she hopes they do not think she is doing a bad job. She also remarked that she comprehends the distress of Miss Havisham, but does not understand how she has been able to keep it going for all those years. Have you read Great Expectations?Comment Now
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Over a decade ago, Gillian Anderson had the role of Miss Havisham, causing Olivia Colman to be hesitant about taking on the same part for the new adaptation of Great Expectations. With past actors such as Charlotte Rampling, Jean Simmons, Joan Hickson and Margaret Leighton, as well as Gillian and fellow The Crown star Helena Bonham Carter, in mind, Olivia admitted to having 'struggled' with the thought of being compared to them, being friends with both of them. However, she determined that it is a common occurrence for actors to play the same roles and decided to go ahead with it, finding it 'so much fun' after having taken on the roles of Queen Anne in The Favourite, Queen Elizabeth II in The Crown, and Angela Burr in The Night Manager. She understands the pain of Miss Havisham's heartbreak, but finds it difficult to comprehend how the character has been able to keep it going for so long.
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