It’s been a long time coming. Wonderwell, the last movie to star Carrie Fisher before her passing in 2016, has finally set a date for its digital release, but not before heading to the big screen first. The long-awaited feature will have a limited theatrical run in AMC cinemas in the U.S. from 23 June, and is set to hit digital retailers after.
Seven years in the making, Wonderwell is described as “a coming-of-age fairy tale set between modern-day Italy and an imaginary realm just beyond”, and follows Violet, “a naive and inquisitive 12 year-old-girl, on a thrilling journey that transforms her world forever.” It wrapped just six weeks before Fisher’s demise, and has faced a series of delays since.
“The journey we have taken as filmmakers with this movie, has been as perilous as that of the movie itself,” explained director Vlad Marsavin. “From filming to screen it has taken us seven years. The visual effects on a movie of this magnitude takes time, but we were challenged with Covid lockdowns and of course the passing of our wonderful Carrie Fisher. Now is the perfect time to share her magical on screen moments as Hazel.”
Joining the Star Wars icon are Rita Ora (Fifty Shades of Grey), Nell Tiger Free (Servant), Sebastian Croft (Heartstopper) and newcomer Kiera Milward. The movie will also include a special dedication to the late actor.
Wonderwell is produced by Fred Roos, who has previously worked on big projects like The Godfather: Part II, alongside Alexander Roos, Vlad Marsavin, Orian Williams, Lee Rudnicki, and Robert Bernacchi. William Brookfield wrote the screenplay, with William Ross serving as composer.
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