"Reese Witherspoon Surfaced Details About Her Role Switch in 'Gone Girl': Discussed Her Ousting by Rosamund Pike"
In 2012, Reese Witherspoon's production company, Pacific Standard (now Hello Sunshine), acquired the film rights to Gillian Flynn's acclaimed novel, 'Gone Girl.' Witherspoon was initially attached to star as the main character, Amy Elliott Dunne.
However, the director of the 2014 film, David Fincher, had other plans. Despite Witherspoon's initial involvement, Fincher chose not to cast her as Amy Dunne. This decision left Witherspoon feeling 'totally wrong' for the role, a sentiment she reflected on years later.
At the time, there were immediate apprehensions about Witherspoon's rumoured casting due to her open and bright personality, a stark contrast to the twisted and terrifying character of Amy Elliott Dunne. Rosamund Pike, who was not as famous as Witherspoon at the time, eventually landed the role and delivered an award-winning performance. Pike's portrayal of Amy Dunne was highly praised, earning her a Best Actress Oscar nomination.
Amy Elliott Dunne is now widely considered one of the most iconic villains in pop culture history. Fincher's 2014 adaptation of 'Gone Girl' is also considered one of the best movies ever made.
Witherspoon, in hindsight, agreed that Pike was 'perfect' for the role. She has since reflected on the emotional impact of being told she would not play the role, and the lessons she learned from the experience of producing 'Gone Girl.'
'Gone Girl' remains a significant milestone in Witherspoon's career, despite not getting the role she initially sought. For more insights into the world of TV and movies, subscribe to the Screen Time newsletter for weekly recommendations.
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