Max Minghella is best known for his roles as Divya Narendra in “The Social Network” and Nick Blaine in “The Handmaid’s Tale,” but he’s about to redefine his career at the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival. The actor makes his directorial debut at the event with “Teen Spirit,” starring Elle Fanning as an aspiring pop star. Minghella wrote the film as well.
“Teen Spirit” stars Fanning as Violet, a shy teenager from the Isle of Wight with major music dreams. When Violet secures a spot on an international singing competition (think “American Idol” or “The X Factor”), she makes her play for pop stardom. The supporting cast includes Rebecca Hall and Zlatko Buric.
Fanning performed all of her own songs on the film’s soundtrack, which includes original songs and covers of tracks from Robyn, Ariana Grande, Elle Goulding, and more. The film is one of numerous music...
“Teen Spirit” stars Fanning as Violet, a shy teenager from the Isle of Wight with major music dreams. When Violet secures a spot on an international singing competition (think “American Idol” or “The X Factor”), she makes her play for pop stardom. The supporting cast includes Rebecca Hall and Zlatko Buric.
Fanning performed all of her own songs on the film’s soundtrack, which includes original songs and covers of tracks from Robyn, Ariana Grande, Elle Goulding, and more. The film is one of numerous music...
- 9/5/2018
- by Zack Sharf
- Indiewire
Even if the name Max Minghella sounds unfamiliar, you probably know who he is.
Fans of “The Handmaid’s Tale” will likely recognize him as Nick Blaine, while David Fincher aficionados may remember his appearance as Divya Narendra in “The Social Network,” but what really matters is that the UK-born actor is hopping behind the camera for his newest project, “Teen Spirit.”
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Despite snatching its title from the ultra-angsty Nirvana anthem, the film sounds downright charming.
Continue reading ‘Teen Spirit’ Trailer: Elle Fanning Is An Aspiring Pop Star in Max Minghella’s Tiff-Bound Directorial Debut at The Playlist.
Fans of “The Handmaid’s Tale” will likely recognize him as Nick Blaine, while David Fincher aficionados may remember his appearance as Divya Narendra in “The Social Network,” but what really matters is that the UK-born actor is hopping behind the camera for his newest project, “Teen Spirit.”
Read More: Toronto International Film Festival: 22 Most Anticipated Movies
Despite snatching its title from the ultra-angsty Nirvana anthem, the film sounds downright charming.
Continue reading ‘Teen Spirit’ Trailer: Elle Fanning Is An Aspiring Pop Star in Max Minghella’s Tiff-Bound Directorial Debut at The Playlist.
- 9/5/2018
- by Jonathan Christian
- The Playlist
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