Dive into the chilling world of 'The Thing with Feathers,' a new Sundance drama starring Benedict Cumberbatch. This exclusive interview explores the film's unique take on grief, its connection to Max Porter's novel, and the creative journey behind bringing this haunting story to life.
Benedict Cumberbatch returns to Sundance with the chilling and emotional new drama, The Thing with Feathers. Based on Max Porter 's novel, Grief Is The Thing with Feathers, the film draws both Cumberbatch and writer/director Dylan Southern to its poignant exploration of grief. Southern, who spent a decade adapting the novel for the screen, secured the rights from Porter himself and sent his script to the two-time Oscar nominee after learning of his admiration for the book.
Cumberbatch portrays a graphic novelist whose world is shattered by the sudden death of his wife and mother of his two sons. As he grapples with his spiraling mental state, he encounters the terrifying crow from his current graphic novel, though the mysterious figure might possess a benevolent side beneath its gruff exterior. Complementing Cumberbatch's performance is a stellar cast including Richard and Henry Boxall, Eric Lampaert, David Thewlis (known for his role as the voice of Crow in The Sandman), Vinette Robinson (The Lazarus Project), and Sam Spruell (A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms). In honor of the film's premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, ScreenRant interviewed Benedict Cumberbatch and Dylan Southern to delve into The Thing with Feathers. Southern reflected on his ten-year journey to adapt Porter's novel, highlighting the key elements he found crucial to translating the book's essence to the screen, and his experience collaborating with Cumberbatch as both an actor and producer. Cumberbatch also shared what ignited his interest in producing the film and how it distinguishes itself from comparisons to his 2023 Netflix thriller series, Eric.Cumberbatch acknowledges that while both the film and series revolve around a father whose artistic creation comes to life amidst a traumatic family situation, they are fundamentally different. He emphasizes that they explore 'very different cultures' and 'very different people,' stressing that the film delves into the complexities of grief and its impact on a relatable, emotionally fragile character. He also praises Porter's novel as a 'startling original,' commending its 'inventive' and 'unique' approach to exploring grief through the protagonist's perspective, while noting its 'unreliable narration.' He further credits Southern's decision to transform the character's profession to that of a graphic novel artist, believing it adds a fresh dimension to the narrative.
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