Tessa Thompson and Nia DaCosta Partner for the Highly Anticipated Film 'Hedda'

A powerful new collaboration is officially in the works! Actress Tessa Thompson and director Nia DaCosta have joined forces for the upcoming film Hedda, a re-imagining of Henrik Ibsen's classic 1890 stage play, Hedda Gabler. The two women, known for their groundbreaking work in Hollywood, are set to deliver a compelling and modern take on a timeless story.

A Modern Take on a Classic

Hedda Gabler is a seminal work in realist theatre, centered on the titular character, a strong-willed woman trapped in a marriage and a society that limits her freedom and ambition. The new film adaptation is expected to be a dark, psychological drama that explores themes of:

• Gender and Power: How societal expectations restrict female ambition and autonomy.

• Freedom and Control: Hedda's desperate struggle to control her own destiny.

• Existential Discontent: The internal conflict and psychological turmoil of a woman ahead of her time.

This modern re-imagining promises to resonate with contemporary audiences, offering a fresh perspective on the complex challenges faced by women.

Here’s the our conversation with them below