Lucy Liu, a renowned actress known for her roles in popular TV series like ‘Kill Bill’ and ‘Elementary,’ has shared her insights on the upcoming sequel to the iconic film ‘Devil Wears Prada.’ The actress, who is 57 years old, recently spoke exclusively with Us Weekly about her experiences working on the project and the unique challenges that come with making a sequel.
The High Bar of Sequels
Liu acknowledged that there’s a ‘high bar’ for ‘Devil Wears Prada 2,’ given the expectations that come with a sequel. However, she expressed her excitement about the opportunity to bring a sense of nostalgia to the audience. ‘I think what I’m excited about is for them to get that sense of nostalgia and to feel more than sated by it,’ she said. ‘Because when you go in to see a sequel, the expectations are even higher. When you see a movie, when it’s original, you don’t really know what you’re going to get.’
She continued, ‘So there is a high bar for this, and I think that there’s going to be a great feeling of expectation, but I really feel like they’re going to want to see it more than once.’
Working with Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep
Liu is one of the new cast members joining the project, which sees Andy Sachs (played by Anne Hathaway) returning to the famed Runway magazine. The film also features Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly, who navigates a new media landscape. The trio reconnects with Emily Charlton (played by Emily Blunt) for help on the struggling brand.
When asked about the best part of working with Hathaway on the film, Liu gushed, ‘Just how easy both her and Meryl are.’ ‘Nobody’s dashing onto the set,’ she explained. ‘Everyone shows up when they’re supposed to show up. There’s no sense of entitlement from anyone. There’s just an ease. And I think that’s what a work environment should be, because it eventually is a family environment, because you spend so much time together, whether it’s on set or not.’
The Future of ‘Devil Wears Prada’
The ‘Devil Wears Prada’ franchise has been a massive success, with the original film released in 2006 and the sequel set to hit theaters in the near future. The new teaser for the sequel shows Andy reuniting with Emily, hinting at a potential reunion with Miranda Priestly.
Liu’s insights into the challenges of making a sequel and her experiences working with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars provide a fascinating look into the world of filmmaking. As the release date for ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ approaches, fans can look forward to a film that promises to be just as iconic as its predecessor.
FAQ
- Q: What is ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ about?
A: The sequel sees Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) returning to the famed Runway magazine, where she reconnects with Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) and Emily Charlton (Emily Blunt) for help on the struggling brand. - Q: Who are the new cast members in ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’?
A: Lucy Liu is among the new cast members joining the project. - Q: What are the challenges of making a sequel?
A: Lucy Liu acknowledges that there’s a ‘high bar’ for sequels, given the expectations that come with them. However, she expresses her excitement about the opportunity to bring a sense of nostalgia to the audience. - Q: What is Lucy Liu’s take on working with Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep?
A: Liu gushed about how easy both Hathaway and Streep are to work with, noting that there’s a sense of ease and professionalism on set.
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