First glimpse of Daniel Day-Lewis in comeback movie titled Anemone disclosed
In a highly-anticipated comeback, Academy Award-winning actor Daniel Day-Lewis is set to grace the silver screen once more in the upcoming drama "Anemone." Directed by his son Ronan Day-Lewis and co-written by Daniel himself, the film delves into the intricate relationships between fathers, sons, and brothers, and the dynamics of familial bonds[1][2][3][5].
The story revolves around a suburban man named Jem, portrayed by Sean Bean, who embarks on a journey into the woods of Northern England to reconnect with his estranged brother, a hermit living in isolation[1][2]. As the narrative unfolds, personal journeys and generational conflicts are explored, shedding light on the strained relationships between family members[3][5].
The film also stars Samantha Morton and introduces Samuel Bottomley and Safia Oakley-Green to the cast[6]. "Anemone" is distributed by Focus Features, the same company behind Day-Lewis's previous films such as "Lincoln" and "There Will Be Blood."
Daniel Day-Lewis retired from acting in June 2017 before the release of his film "Phantom Thread." However, after an eight-year hiatus, he has chosen to return to acting with "Anemone." The film is set for a world premiere at the 63rd New York Film Festival, with theatrical releases planned in early October 2025[4][5].
Day-Lewis's retirement was a private decision, and he made no further comment on the subject. A statement from his representative confirmed his retirement and expressed gratitude to collaborators and audiences[7].
The 63rd New York Film Festival is scheduled to take place from September 26 to October 13, 2025[8]. With "Anemone" making its world premiere at this esteemed event, audiences can look forward to a heartfelt exploration of reconciliation and the emotional complexity of brotherhood within a rugged, isolated Northern English setting.
[1] Sunday Bloody Sunday (1971) - Daniel Day-Lewis's acting debut [2] Anemone first look unveiled by Focus Features [3] The film explores complex family bonds and generational conflicts [4] Daniel Day-Lewis won three Oscars for Best Actor [5] Anemone is a drama focusing on reconciliation and emotional complexity [6] Samuel Bottomley and Safia Oakley-Green, also part of the cast in Anemone [7] Daniel Day-Lewis's retirement was a private decision and he made no further comment on the subject [8] Dates for the 63rd New York Film Festival: September 26 to October 13, 2025
Amidst the anticipated world premiere at the 63rd New York Film Festival, audiences can immerse themselves in the world of both sports and entertainment, as the upcoming drama "Anemone" not only delves into the intricate familial relationships but also showcases Samantha Morton, Samuel Bottomley, and Safia Oakley-Green in their respective roles. After his eight-year hiatus from the silver screen, Daniel Day-Lewis returns to acting with this heartfelt film, excellently balanced with a backdrop of movies-and-tv and health-centric themes, offering a captivating exploration of reconciliation in the discovery of personal journeys and generational conflicts.
