A new film about Marilyn Monroe will surprise viewers with its unconventional approach
Hollywood has once again turned to the story of Marilyn Monroe, but this time without the classic biopic. In the short film *Flesh Impact*, the legendary actress will be portrayed in two different roles, with Dakota Johnson playing one of the lead parts. The film will premiere in September at the Venice Film Festival.
Hollywood is preparing a fresh take on the story of Marilyn Monroe. Instead of yet another biopic, audiences will be treated to the short film *Flesh Impact*, which will portray the legendary actress in a completely different light. Dakota Johnson plays the lead role in the film. She will portray Marilyn Monroe during the period when the actress was at the height of her fame and remained one of Hollywood’s biggest stars.
However, she is not the only actress to play Monroe. The film will also feature 93-year-old Ellen Burstyn. She will portray a fictionalized version of the legend—showing what Marilyn might have become had she lived a long life. It is this idea that has become the central feature of the new project. The creators decided not to retell the already well-known biography, but to take a broader look at Monroe’s image—combining real events with artistic imagination.
Maggie Gyllenhaal is directing the film. She admitted that she has long been fascinated by Marilyn Monroe and wanted to create a story that would allow viewers to see the famous actress from a different perspective. “I’ve always been fascinated by Marilyn Monroe,” Gyllenhaal said, explaining why she decided to take on this project.
The short film runs just 17 minutes. It is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Monroe’s birth. The filmmakers describe the film as a kind of “love letter” to the legend of world cinema. In addition to Dakota Johnson and Ellen Burstyn, the film also stars Peter Sarsgaard and Sepideh Moafi.
According to the filmmakers, *Flesh Impact* will not only be about Marilyn Monroe’s life. The film also explores the acting profession, fame, and the price one sometimes has to pay for global stardom. Dakota Johnson’s portrayal holds a special place in the film. She had to transform into one of the most famous women of the 20th century, whose style, appearance, and charisma remain instantly recognizable around the world to this day.
Marilyn Monroe died in 1962 at the age of 36. That is why the filmmakers decided not to limit themselves to the facts of her biography, but to also show an alternative version of the life she might have lived. The premiere of *Flesh Impact* will take place in September at the Venice Film Festival, where audiences will get their first look at this unconventional reimagining of the story of one of Hollywood’s most famous actresses. This was reported by *The Hollywood Reporter*.
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