Just recently, we shared the news that Lynne Ramsay, who hasn’t released feature film since 2017’s “You Were Never Really Here,” has wrapped up production on a new film, “Polaris,” with star Joaquin Phoenix. That’s enough to get excited, as we rarely get new Ramsay films. However, the filmmaker is also teasing more projects coming down the pipeline, including another star-studded affair as Jennifer Lawrence is teaming up with the filmmaker for the upcoming film, “Die, My Love.” And though, the subject matter and title of the film would lead you to believe it’s a drama, the filmmaker thinks it’s actually a hilarious comedy. Well, a dark comedy.
Speaking to Variety, while at the Sarajevo Film Festival, Lynne Ramsay teased her upcoming film, “Die, My Love,” which is set to star Jennifer Lawrence. The film is expected to follow the story of a woman in the French countryside dealing with mental illness and family issues. No, that doesn’t sound particularly funny, but according to Ramsay, it’s actually a comedy of sorts.
“It’s about mental health…and the breakdown of a marriage,” explained Ramsay. “But it’s really fucking funny. At least I think it’s funny… But I’m Glaswegian, so I’ve a really black sense of humor.”
Of course, it’s that last little bit that might be the most telling, especially if you’re a fan of Ramsay’s work. She’s not known for her comedy, that’s for sure, so perhaps “Die, My Love” is more of a dark comedy, or even just a drama with moments of levity. The latter is probably more accurate. That said, Lawrence is a naturally funny performer, so it might actually be filled with more humor than we are imagining.
Regardless, it sounds like we are getting another Ramsay film after “Polaris,” sooner rather than later. And that’s good news, no matter the genre.