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Kristen rumored to be cast to play the lead role in the biographical thriller "Against All Enemies"


Just when it seemed like the days when Kristen would star in multiple feature-length films in a given year were over, it is rumored that she will play the lead role in Against All Enemies, where she portrays Jean Seberg, the iconic Hollywood actress who became the target of the FBI because of her involvement in the civil rights movement of the late '60s, more specifically, her support of the NAACP and the Black Panther Party:
https://image.ibb.co/b2hMV7/IMG_8702.jpg
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1780967/?ref_=nm_flmg_dr_1 (IMDb has yet to attach Kristen's name to the project)

For those of her fans who wanted her to star in a thriller, myself included, this could be a godsend, in terms of giving her the chance to churn out a riveting performance, as well as a role which has the potential to be Oscar worthy if done right.

While the director of "Against All Enemies", Benedict Andrews, is a relative unknown in Hollywood circles, his ability to navigate difficult subject matter and effectively present it on the big screen is clearly evident in his feature film directorial debut "Una" starring Rooney Mara. As far as the storyline, I believe the screenplay is in capable hands as this will be the third time where Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse have collaborated on a script destined for production, the first and second times contributing their writing skill to the screenplays for "Frankie & Alice" and "Race", both of which were biographical dramas.

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"For those of her fans who wanted her to star in a thriller, myself included, this could be a godsend, in terms of giving her the chance to churn out a riveting performance, as well as a role which has the potential to be Oscar worthy if done right. "

Yes, I agree. This being a strong dramatic movie and role is the kind of film and role that Kristen really enjoys taking on and does well with. This is good to see her getting into it.

So additionally she has JT Leroy and Underwater in post-production. Charlie's Angels and now this movie as possible or likely roles. She's keeping busy and with some good roles.

I haven't seen Una yet but Rooney Mara is another actress who excels at the challenging roles, taking on similar work as Kristen. Hmm, perhaps it could be pretty great seeing the two of them in a dramatic movie together.

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Kristen being cast for the lead role in Against All Enemies" is no longer a just rumor but is now official according to Deadline and IMDb as Mody points out in his OP.

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"Kristen being cast for the lead role in Against All Enemies" is no longer a just rumor but is now official according to Deadline and IMDb as Mody points out in his OP. "

Interesting. Kristen will be playing actress Jean Seberg who is part of the civil rights movement of the 60's. Looks like it should be another very strong role for her.

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