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Maggie Gyllenhaal, primarily known for her acting career, made a critically acclaimed directorial debut four years ago with "The Lost Daughter". Now, after a four-year hiatus, she is set to release her second feature as writer-director: a fresh take on "Frankenstein" titled "The Bride!". The film's first teaser trailer and two teaser posters (pictured below) were unveiled early this morning.
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The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Annette Bening, Julianne Hough, Penélope Cruz, Christian Bale (who previously co-starred with Maggie in "The Dark Knight"), Jessie Buckley (who worked with Maggie on "The Lost Daughter"), Maggie's husband Peter Sarsgaard, and Maggie's brother Jake Gyllenhaal.
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The official synopsis reveals a lonely Frankenstein traveling to 1930s Chicago, where he implores the pioneering scientist Dr. Euphronius to create a companion for him. Together, they resurrect a murdered young woman, giving birth to the Bride. What ensues, however, far exceeds their wildest imaginations: murder, obsession, a wild and radical cultural movement, and a passionate, dangerous romance between the desperate pair. "The Bride!" is slated for a North American release on March 6 next year.