Sharjah24 – Reuters: "Game of Thrones" actor Peter Dinklage takes the lead role in musical drama "Cyrano," a new movie adaptation of the classic French story, which had its UK premiere on Tuesday (December 7).
Adapted from a theatre production written by his wife Erica Schmidt, Dinklage reprises his 2018 stage role of the swordsman with a gift for words, who struggles to declare his feelings to the woman he loves because of his perceived unattractive appearance.
The film is the latest remake of Edmond Rostand's 1897 play "Cyrano de Bergerac," in which the titular character helps newcomer Christian pen love letters to Roxanne, the object of both men's affection.
One big change Schmidt made from the original play was getting rid of Cyrano's large nose, which she said was her first way into the piece.
Dinklage said the change was one of several elements that initially attracted him to the role.
Wright is known for films such as "Pride & Prejudice" and "Atonement."
"Hillbilly Elegy" actor Haley Bennett plays Roxanne while "The Trial of the Chicago 7" actor Kelvin Harrison Jr. portrays Christian.
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