Emma Roberts Set to Star in New Comedy Film Project HOT MESS
Emma Roberts is set to star in a new comedy film project titled Hot Mess. The film is described as a “witty” and “fresh story” that follows “a woman finding her place in a world ruled by social media and outsized expectation.”
Robert plays Laurel Mack in the movie who, “after imploding in the worst way possible on a wildly popular American dating show, must do the ultimate walk of shame…back to her hometown. Having failed to win love on the show, she finds herself living in her quirky parents basement, without any friends, constantly bumping into the miserable ex the whole town adores, while experiencing the constant mockery of all who witnessed her public meltdown. She embarks on a hilarious and heartfelt journey to discover self-love and, with that, real connections with others.”
This sounds like the perfect kind of film for Roberts to take on. She tends to jump on board interesting projects, and this one is the kind of movie that will play to her strengths.
The film will be directed by Katie Locke O’Brien from a script written by Gabrielle D’Amico. The movie is produced by Debbie Liebling, Maggie Malina and Laura Lewis are producing the project, and they shared in a joint statement:
“We are thrilled to be partnering with the indomitable force that is Emma Roberts on Hot Mess. She will undoubtedly bring the ferocity, vulnerability and comedic hot-messiness to this character. The time has come for a comedy set in the world of reality dating shows and their hold on our collective consciousness. Kate’s comedic and heartfelt approach will make a very commercial comedy that speaks to anyone seeking self-love.”
Producer David Garrett added: “This is such a refreshing and funny take on the world of dating programs and you couldn’t hope for anyone smarter and funnier than Emma Roberts to inhabit the role.”
Producer Locke O’Brien added: “Hot Mess is a sharp, witty script that stood out to me as a fresh story of a woman finding her place in a world ruled by social media and outsized expectations. I am so eager to bring this to life with Emma as the perfect Laurel.”
Source: Deadline