While promoting her latest film, Anne Hathaway encounters an unexpectedly quiet audience when she inquired about their familiarity with the book the movie is based on.
- May 2, 2024
AceShowbiz - Anne Hathaway, known for her roles in hits like "The Devil Wears Prada," recently made a promotional appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" for her new romantic comedy, "The Idea of You." The movie, inspired by Robinne Lee's 2017 novel, explores the unconventional romance between Solene, a 40-year-old art gallery owner and single mother (played by Hathaway), and Hayes Campbell, a 24-year-old pop star portrayed by Nicholas Galitzine.
The audience's silence in response to Hathaway's question about the book, however, turned into a light-hearted exchange. Fallon jested, "No, we don't read. This is 'The Tonight Show.' You want to go to Stephen Colbert if you want to get people to read books. Lame!" He added, "We do Audible here," prompting Hathaway to bring humor to the situation by quipping, "What's a book?"
Despite the awkwardness, the incident shone a spotlight on the film's intriguing age-gap romance narrative, which Hathaway has been eager to discuss. She expressed excitement about portraying a character embracing personal growth and self-discovery at forty. Hathaway's dedication to the role and her chemistry with co-star Galitzine have been met with critical acclaim, suggesting a film that both entertains and thoughtfully explores its characters' complexities.
Amid speculations and rumors, Hathaway has firmly denied any connections between Galitzine's character and pop icon Harry Styles, emphasizing that the film's focus is on the story and its emotional depth. Hathaway's involvement in the movie goes beyond acting, as she also contributed as a producer, ensuring the casting perfectly matched the novel's essence.
"The Idea of You" premiered at the SXSW festival in March and is set to stream globally on Amazon's Prime Video, offering a modern take on romance and personal discovery that resonates well with its audience. As Hathaway continues her promotional tour, her candid discussions about the film and her personal journey further enrich the anticipation and reception of this eagerly awaited rom-com.
