Two-time Oscar nominee Jessica Chastain is set to play three-time Oscar winner and silver screen legend Ingrid Bergman in the drama Seducing Ingrid Bergman, Deadline has revealed.
Based on the 2012 novel by Chris Greenhalgh and scripted by Arash Amel, the film”tells the story of the torrid romance between the Casablanca actress and celebrated war photographer Robert Capa. Their relationship began in Paris immediately following WWII, and moved to Hollywood at the time of the McCarthy Communist witch hunts.”
“We are thrilled to be working with YRF and Arash Amel on Seducing Ingrid Bergman,” said Chastain, who is also producing through her Freckle Films banner. “This is a captivating story about a deeply moving romance between two remarkable people.”
“Chastain is the perfect actress to star in Seducing Ingrid Bergman,” added Uday Chopra of co-producers YRF Entertainment. “Jessica is no stranger to portraying strong, intelligent women and this role deserves an actress of her immeasurable talent. We also feel that she will bring a unique perspective as a producer.”
Originally published May 21, 2017. Updated April 15, 2018.
