Gwyneth Paltrow is set to return to the big screen in a leading role, starring in the upcoming film adaptation of Belle Burden’s bestselling memoir, ‘Strangers’.
The book, which chronicles the sudden collapse of Burden’s 20-year marriage, has been widely praised for its candid exploration of modern relationships.
Netflix confirmed on Wednesday that Paltrow will not only star in the project but also serve as an executive producer. The screenplay has been penned by playwright Heidi Schreck, known for ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’.
The casting of Paltrow seems a natural fit. Both she and Burden share a similar elegance and poise and Paltrow has become a notable figure in contemporary discussions around divorce and high-profile relationships.
The role follows her recent performance in Josh Safdie’s ‘Marty Supreme’, in which she portrayed a glamorous yet disillusioned wife.
Strangers will also mark a significant return for Paltrow as a lead. Her last major starring role was in the 2015 action-comedy ‘Mordecai’, while Marty Supreme was her first significant film appearance in six years.
