Robert Eggers to Tackle A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Willem Dafoe the Possible Scrooge

Director Robert Eggers, known for his dark and historically meticulous films like The Witch and The Northman, is planning to direct a new adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.

Key points from the article include:

• A Darker, Scarier Tone: Eggers intends to lean into the story's origins as a "proper ghost story," moving away from the more sanitized, family-friendly versions. His adaptation will be dark, scary, and faithful to the bleak and frightening elements of Dickens' original novella.
• Willem Dafoe as Scrooge: Eggers has written the script with his frequent collaborator, Willem Dafoe, in mind for the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. Dafoe has worked with Eggers on The Lighthouse, The Northman, and the upcoming Nosferatu.
• Emphasis on Authenticity: True to his signature style, Eggers' version will likely be very historically accurate, aiming to create a truly immersive Victorian-era ghost story.
• Project Status: While Eggers has written the script and is passionate about the project, it is not yet officially in production and does not have a confirmed studio or release date. It is a future project he is keen to make.

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