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First Look: Anne Hathaway's Dark Role in 'Mother Mary'

12/3/2025

Summary

Hathaway Stars in Thriller

A24 released the first trailer for Mother Mary, a psychosexual thriller starring Anne Hathaway (American actress) as a troubled pop star.
David Lowery (director) directed the film, which follows the reunion between Hathaway's character and her estranged friend Sam Anselm, played by Michaela Coel.
The trailer hints at obsession, betrayal, possible witchcraft, and an ominous tone, with a release set for April 2026.

Summary

Hathaway Headlines "Mother Mary"

A24 released the trailer for "Mother Mary," a psychosexual pop thriller directed by David Lowery and starring Anne Hathaway.
The film centers on Hathaway's Mother Mary reuniting with her estranged friend and costume designer Sam Anselm, played by Michaela Coel, as old wounds resurface before a major comeback in April 2026.
The cast includes Hunter Schafer, Atheena Frizzell, FKA Twigs, who contributes original music with Jack Antonoff and Charli XCX.

History

Historical Context

The erotic thriller genre emerged in the late 1980s, gaining popularity with films like "Fatal Attraction" (1987), which grossed over $320 million. "Basic Instinct" (1992), starring Sharon Stone and Michael Douglas, epitomized this trend, grossing $352 million. However, by the late 1990s, the genre declined due to market saturation and changing cultural attitudes, leading to a shift towards television for explicit narratives.

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Hathaway Stars in Thriller

A24 released the first trailer for Mother Mary, a psychosexual thriller starring Anne Hathaway (American actress) as a troubled pop star.
David Lowery (director) directed the film, which follows the reunion between Hathaway's character and her estranged friend Sam Anselm, played by Michaela Coel.
The trailer hints at obsession, betrayal, possible witchcraft, and an ominous tone, with a release set for April 2026.

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