Netflix's "Ladies First": Rosamund Pike and Sacha Baron Cohen Lead Gender-Flipped Rom-Com
Get ready for a hilarious ride as Netflix turns the tables on traditional rom-coms! The streaming giant is cooking up something special with "Ladies First," a gender-bending romantic comedy that's sure to have you in stitches.
A Star-Studded Cast in a Topsy-Turvy World
Imagine waking up one day to find that women rule the world. That's exactly what happens to our leading man in "Ladies First." The film brings together two powerhouse actors:
Sacha Baron Cohen: Known for his outrageous characters like Borat, Cohen is trading in his mankini for a taste of life in a female-dominated society.
Rosamund Pike: Fresh off her chilling performance in "I Care a Lot," Pike is ready to bring her sharp wit to this flipped rom-com world.
From French Flair to Hollywood Glamour
"Ladies First" isn't starting from scratch. It's actually a remake of a 2018 French Netflix hit called "I Am Not an Easy Man" (or "Je Ne Suis Pas Un Homme Facile" for you Francophiles out there). The original starred Vincent Elbaz and Marie-Sophie Ferdane, but now it's getting the full Hollywood treatment.
Behind the Scenes Magic
The film is in good hands with some serious talent behind the camera:
Director: Thea Sharrock, who brought us tearjerkers like "Me Before You," is taking the helm.
Writers: A dream team of Katie Silberman ("Booksmart"), Natalie Krinsky ("The Broken Hearts Gallery"), and Cinco Paul ("Despicable Me") are crafting the laughs.
Producers: Liza Chasin from 3dot Productions is joined by Eleonore Dailly, Edouard de Lachomette, and Four By Two Films to bring this project to life.
What's the Story?
Picture this: A smooth-talking ladies' man suddenly finds himself in a world where women call all the shots. As if that wasn't enough of a challenge, he's got a headstrong female colleague making things even more complicated. It's a recipe for comedy gold!
When Can We Watch?
Netflix is keeping the release date under wraps for now, but don't worry – we'll keep you posted as soon as we hear anything!
Star Power on Display
Both leads are bringing their A-game to "Ladies First":
Sacha Baron Cohen: This isn't just the "Borat" guy anymore. Cohen snagged Oscar nods for "The Trial of the Chicago 7" and his work on the "Borat" sequel in 2020.
Rosamund Pike: She's been on fire lately with projects like the deliciously dark "Saltburn" and the epic fantasy series "The Wheel of Time." Word on the street is she's also gearing up for "Now You See Me 3."
"Ladies First" isn't just another rom-com. It's flipping the script on gender roles and promising a fresh take on relationships and power dynamics. With this cast and crew, we're in for a treat that's both hilarious and thought-provoking.