Sony Pictures has unveiled a new trailer for the upcoming romantic fantasy film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, featuring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell as star-crossed lovers navigating a series of mysterious doorways. The movie explores poignant moments, past heartbreaks, and romantic missteps that define the characters’ lives, promising an emotional and imaginative experience for audiences.
About the Director and Cast
This film is the third feature directed by Kogonada, who first received acclaim with his 2017 debut Columbus, starring John Cho and Haley Lu Richardson. His sophomore effort, After Yang (2021), also featured Colin Farrell. Alongside Farrell and Robbie, the cast includes notable names such as Kevin Kline, Lily Rabe, Turner-Smith, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Billy Magnusson, Sarah Gadon, Hamish Linklater, Jennifer Grant, and Chloe East.
Plot Overview: Revisiting the Past to Shape the Future
Written by Seth Reiss, known for The Menu, the film centers on Sarah (Robbie) and David (Farrell), two strangers who cross paths at a mutual friend’s wedding. Through a fantastical twist, they embark on “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” where they step through magical doorways to relive critical moments of their pasts. This journey allows them to understand how they arrived at their present lives while hinting at the possibility of changing their futures.
Significance and Upcoming Release
This movie represents Kogonada’s most prominent project yet and marks Margot Robbie’s first major film role following her blockbuster success with Barbie. For Colin Farrell, it follows his critically acclaimed performance in The Banshees of Inisherin, which received eight Academy Award nominations. The film is scheduled to be released in theaters on September 19, offering audiences a thoughtful and hopeful exploration of love, memory, and second chances.
