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Fabbro, L. D. (2026, October 8). Olivia Colman hails British film industry for championing ‘odd’ films. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/film/olivia-colman-british-peter-dinklage-elizabeth-debicki-london-b1300083.html
Fabbro, Lauren Del. “Olivia Colman hails British film industry for championing ‘odd’ films.” Evening Standard, 8 Oct. 2026, https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/film/olivia-colman-british-peter-dinklage-elizabeth-debicki-london-b1300083.html.
Fabbro, Lauren Del. “Olivia Colman hails British film industry for championing ‘odd’ films.” Evening Standard, October 8, 2026. https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/film/olivia-colman-british-peter-dinklage-elizabeth-debicki-london-b1300083.html.
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At the British film festival, Olivia Colman praised the British film industry for its support of unique and diverse films. In an interview with The Press Association, she highlighted the upcoming fantasy comedy Wicker, where she stars as a fisherwoman who commissions a wicker husband from Alexander Skarsgård's character. Colman emphasized that this script stood out due to its uniqueness compared to typical offerings. She noted that her character uses the creation primarily as an act of rebellion against societal norms in their village, leading to significant jealousy and upheaval. Colman's comments reflect a broader sentiment within the industry about championing odd and unconventional films.
