Rachel Zegler will headline a new feature, ‘She Gets It From Me,’ alongside Marisa Tomei, with filming scheduled to begin in New Jersey in February 2026. This Rachel Zegler new movie, directed by Julia von Heinz and written by Jay Reiss, centers on a true story infused with comedic and dramatic elements.
Plot and Creative Team Behind the Film
The film follows Nicky, portrayed by Rachel Zegler, whose engagement party leads to an unexpected adventure searching for her pill-popping, ex-punk rocker birth mother, Charlotte, played by Marisa Tomei. Their eventual meeting sparks an unpredictable, humor-filled journey as the mother-daughter duo attempts to reconnect.
Director Julia von Heinz brings experience from various genres, having previously worked on films such as the comedy ‘Treasure’ with Stephen Fry and Lena Dunham, and the crime drama ‘And Tomorrow the Entire World’ featuring Mala Emde. Her directing credits also include ‘I’m Off Then,’ the adventure movie ‘Hanni and Nanni 2’ starring Jana Münster and Sophia Münster, and episodes of BBC’s drama series ‘KaDeWe.’
Leading Cast and Their Recent Work
Rachel Zegler, who rose to prominence with her role as María in ‘West Side Story,’ was most recently seen as Snow White in Disney’s live-action adaptation. She has also portrayed Lucy Gray Baird in ‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ and Anthea in ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods.’
Marisa Tomei’s recent work includes her performance as Bethesda in the comedy ‘Brothers,’ Claire in ‘Upgraded,’ and Katrina Trento in ‘She Came to Me.’ Tomei is well-known for her Academy Award-winning role as Mona Lisa Vito and for playing Faith Corvatch opposite Robert Downey Jr. in ‘Only You.’ She also portrayed Aunt May in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including appearances in ‘Spider-Man’ films, ‘Captain America: Civil War,’ and ‘Avengers: Endgame.’
New Jersey’s Popularity as a Film Location
New Jersey has served as the setting for numerous notable comedy films, including Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Wolf of Wall Street,’ Adam Sandler’s ‘Happy Gilmore 2,’ Vince Vaughn’s ‘Nonnas,’ and ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ with Rachel McAdams. The location continues to attract filmmakers for both its scenery and its cinematic legacy.
The Potential Impact of ‘She Gets It From Me’
With Rachel Zegler and Marisa Tomei leading, and Julia von Heinz directing, ‘She Gets It From Me’ brings together experienced talent on and off screen. This project, grounded in a real-life story and set against the backdrop of New Jersey, is likely to draw significant interest from fans of both stars and those who appreciate comedic dramas inspired by actual events. As production begins in 2026, the film may further highlight New Jersey’s standing as a favored site among filmmakers.
