A Kate Moss biopic is in the works! The film, named Moss & Freud, will be based on the story of the supermodel sitting for painter Lucian Freud in 2002 – and casting announcements have already been made.
It's been revealed that Ellie Bamber will play Kate Moss in the movie – a decision that was approved by the model herself, since she is an executive producer on the project. She said in a statement: “As this is such a personal story of mine, it has been essential that I be involved with James in all aspects as the project has developed. I am thrilled by the recent casting and excited that the film will begin shooting soon. I cannot wait to see it.”
By Charlie Teather
View GalleryEllie is known for her roles in The Serpent and Nocturnal Animals, and will play the role of Kate alongside award-winning actor Derek Jacobi, who will portray Lucien Freud.
It was announced back in May 2022 that Kate was producing a film about her relationship with artist Lucien Freud, for whom she sat for a nude portrait session when she was pregnant with her daughter Lila in 2002.
The movie will document Kate's experience of sitting for Lucien's famous painting, which went on to sell for £3.9million at Christie's.
Upon the announcement of the film last year, Kate said: “Sitting for Lucian was an honour and incredible experience… Having been involved in the project and script development from the beginning I am now very excited to see the film come to life.”
Moss & Freud will be directed by Oscar winner James Lucas, who Kate also showered with praise in her initial statement. “After watching The Phone Call I knew that James would convey the emotion in the storytelling in a fitting way, one this memoir deserves,” she said.
By Fiona Ward
View GalleryJames also gave a little more insight into what we can expect from the film, describing it as a “precious and unconventional love story”.
He said: “In many ways, I believe all paths led me to make this film. Its topography, emotional and psychological drama, bohemianism, beauty, characters and artistic process all align with my life and the way I have lived it. So much so, I symbolically begun writing the screenplay in Lucian’s studio, the scent of his oil paint still lingering in the air. I’m grateful to Kate Moss and the Freud Estate for entrusting me with this precious and unconventional love story. It allows our diverse audience to take a look behind the curtain and see, truthfully, what makes these cultural titans tick. Not only will they find incongruity but, perhaps surprisingly, a type of commonality that is threaded through all of us.”
