Yesterday we brought you the news that Johnny Depp is confirmed to appear in science fiction thriller TRANSCENDENCE, which is to be directed by THE DARK KNIGHT RISES cinematographer Wally Pfister. Now we can bring you details on who could be playing the female lead – and there are some very talented contenders!
Emily Blunt (THE YOUNG VICTORIA), Rooney Mara (THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO) and Rebecca Hall (VICKY CRISTINA BARCELONA) are all in the running for the role of Evelyn, the scientist wife of Will (Depp) whose brain is transferred into a computer system, effectively making it a ‘super-computer’. Personally, I haven’t seen much of Hall, who is currently filming IRON MAN 3. As for Blunt and Mara, I’m not fussed; they’re both extremely talented actresses and would both do the role justice. Blunt’s most recent turn in LOOPER would definitely prepare her for another science-based film, but it’d be great to see Mara take on another lead part.
Who do you think the part should go to? Let us know! We’ll keep you updated and let you know when the official announcement is made.
Source: Collider
