Talent has a way of shining through even from a very young age, and forMillie Bobby Brownthat has certainly been the case. Shooting to stardom as the telekinetic Eleven on Netflix’s 2016 sci-fi horror television seriesStranger Things, Brown has seen her career take massive strides since. The actress will be rekindling the working relationship shared with Netflix with the release of the upcoming original fantasy feature,Damsel. Looking ahead to what seems to be another year packed with mega offerings from Netflix,the streamer has released a new poster for Brown’s latest workand one thing is clear - this damsel needs no saving.
The journey to this mysterious lands of princesses and magical beastsis set for March 8, and Brown’s Princess Elodie is set for an emotional rollercoaster. Fulfilling her duties as a royal, Elodie believes she is set to marry into a family that cherishes her and to a prince that loves her. The fantasy is quickly dispelled when the young princess realizes that Prince Charming is anything but, and his family are not far behind. Her new in-laws harbor a terrible secret, and ifElodie is to survive she must rely on her own wits or certain death awaits.The new imagehas Brown gripping a sword firmly and intently, with fire blazing behind her. It is clear - this is not a fairytale.
Beholden to a dangerous fire-breathing dragon residing within their realm, the royal family Elodie marries into, need her to settle an old pact. To satiate the beast, a young woman is fed to the creature every few years, and on this occasion, Elodie is on the menu.Nick Robinsonstars as Prince Henry from whom Elodie will receive no help. As such, she must pither wits and strength against the dragon’s fire and blood.
Damsel to Hero
Directed by28 Weeks Later’sJuan Carlos Fresnadilloand written and executive produced byDan Mazeau(Fast X),Damselhas assembled a team of multiple talented actors that could help enrich the story. The fantasy feature castsAngela Bassettas Elodie’s stepmother Lady Bayford,Robin Wrightas Queen Isabelle,Ray Winstoneas the King, andBrooke Carteras Henry’s younger sister Floria.Damselis set togo against the perception of a damsel in distress, andFresnadillo believesthat Brown fits the bill for transitioning from damsel to hero.“We were lucky when Millie liked the script,” the director says. “We needed somebody who was growing up in the journey of this movie – becoming a much more empowered woman alongside the character.”
Damselwill arrive Netflix on March 8.In the meantime, you can learn more details about the feature withour guide hereand check out the new image below:
