Filmmaker Baz Luhrmann will direct a new movie telling the story of Joan of Arc. Warner Bros. Discovery approved the project, called “Jehanne d’Arc.” It will focus on the life of the French heroine who helped lead military forces at a young age.
Luhrmann wants to show Joan of Arc’s perspective as a teenage girl during the Hundred Years’ War between England and France. The long conflict between the two countries formed the backdrop for her actions. Casting agents are looking for a young actress to portray Joan of Arc, who began her military efforts as a teenager.
Luhrmann is known for epic historical films like “Australia” and his most recent movie “Elvis.” Starring Austin Butler, “Elvis” was critically acclaimed and earned over $288 million worldwide. Rising actress Jenna Ortega expressed interest in the role and said Carl Theodor Dreyer’s 1928 film “The Passion of Joan of Arc” is one of her favorites.
