Producer Adam Fields Reveals New Details About How Drew Barrymore Was Cast Donnie Darko Changing the film and the role of English teacher Karen Pomeroy. Set in October 1988, the famous teenager escapes death from being crushed by a jet engine with the help of Frank, a creepy, mysterious rabbit character who warns the world will end soon 28 more days. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Barrymore, Patrick Swayze, Jena Malone, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mary Macdonald, Noah Wyle and Seth Rowe root.
Three years after developing this puzzling project and selling it to producers, screenwriter/director Richard Kelly has finally raised enough money to produce. Initially, Jason Schwartzman led the cast until he had to withdraw due to scheduling problems. After premiering at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival to generally positive reviews from critics, Kelly was eventually able to sell the film to Newmarket Films. It was a resounding success domestically, with initial DVD sales said to exceed $10 million.
In an interview with Screen Rant to discuss the hit film’s 20th anniversary, Fields recounted that when Schwartzman and Malone first signed on to the film, it sparked interest in the project. projects from a host of Hollywood talents, namely Barrymore. When. . .When alien The star signed a contract with the film, not only helping to raise funds”one million dollars more‘ but also saw Kylie reshaping her character to better suit Barrymore, who was eager to join.
“Drew Barrymore’s part was written for an elderly faculty member about to take term and retire. Her dilemma was, ‘If I uphold this, I could lose my term.’ Later, when Drew received it and wanted to participate, Richard exchanged it for a younger, newer teacher. Richard said, “I’ll make her younger! ‘ I think Drew’s name brought us an extra million dollars.”
While it can be interesting to see who Kelly chooses to play Karen, if she keeps her old role, the decision to switch gears for Barrymore is ultimately the right one. Responsible, Karen is complex, moody, and unafraid to challenge the status quo in a small Midwestern town. Seeing the character in a young character in his 20s adds an extra layer of appeal to viewers in its diverse roster. Barrymore’s name carries enough star power to help better fund the project to realize Kelly’s vision for the film.
twenty years later and Donnie Darko Still one of the most underrated yet most popular cult classics, even as its streamed-to-video sequel almost destroyed the mark of its predecessor. Even though Kelly hasn’t taken on the role of director in the past 12 years, he’s said to be working according to plan. -up to a Gyllenhaal-led story and a biopic. edge area Creator and host Rod Serling.