Scarlett Johansson's British Accent Sparks Debate in 'My Mother’s Wedding'
Scarlett Johansson's British Accent is Under Fire: Fans Slam Her for 'Awful' Pronunciation in New Movie
The highly anticipated movie, My Mother's Wedding, has just dropped a new trailer, and fans are not impressed with Scarlett Johansson's attempt at a British accent. The 40-year-old actress stars alongside Sienna Miller, 43, and Kristin Scott Thomas, 65, in the upcoming comedy-drama.
According to insiders, Scarlett plays Katherine Frost, a lesbian Royal Navy officer who is part of a long-term relationship with Freida Pinto's character, Jack. However, it seems that her accent has left fans scratching their heads. Social media has been flooded with comments criticizing her pronunciation, with many calling it "awful" and "bad."
One fan wrote: "I love Scarlett but my god that British accent is bad." Another joked: "Scarlett johansson's british accent for my mother's wedding ???" while a third quipped: "Is Scarlett's British accent good? No. Not really. Will I be sat enjoying every second of My Mother's Wedding? Yes, yes I will be."
The backlash against Scarlett's accent has left some fans worried that it might detract from the movie's overall quality. One viewer confessed: "Definitely going to watch My Mother’s Wedding but I’m very nervous about the accent." Another fan simply stated: "Im sorry Scarlett johanssons' accent is AWFUL."
My Mother's Wedding, directed by Kristin Scott Thomas in her directorial debut, follows three sisters as they return to their childhood home for the third wedding of their mother Diana. The movie has an interesting origin story, with Kristin drawing inspiration from her own life experiences. Before turning 12, she lost both her father and stepfather, who were Royal Navy pilots who died in crashes.
Kristin revealed that these events formed the basis of My Mother's Wedding, a film about family, trauma, and learning to move forward. A synopsis for the movie reads: "Three sisters return to their home for the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother. But the mother and daughters are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, with help from a colorful group of unexpected wedding guests."
The film was first shown at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2023 under the name North Star. However, it has since been renamed for its US release date on August 8, although a UK release date is yet to be confirmed.
Sienna Miller plays Victoria, a Hollywood actress known for her high-profile romances and box office hits. Her character's presence in the movie adds an extra layer of drama and tension to the story.
With My Mother's Wedding set to hit theaters soon, fans are eagerly waiting to see how the movie tackles sensitive topics like family trauma and relationships. Will Scarlett's accent be a major distraction, or will her performance as Katherine Frost shine through despite some questionable pronunciation? Only time will tell.
The movie is expected to spark plenty of conversations about family dynamics, love, and loss. As Kristin Scott Thomas said in an interview: "I wanted to make a film that would allow audiences to reflect on their own lives and relationships."
Will My Mother's Wedding live up to its promise, or will Scarlett Johansson's accent overshadow the rest of the movie? Stay tuned for our review when the movie hits theaters on August 8.
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