A diligent damsel agrees to marry a handsome prince, but soon discovers that the royal family’s true plan is to sacrifice her to pay off an old debt. (Netflix)
Millie Bobby Brown, the British actress known for her role as Eleven in the series Stranger Things, celebrates her 20th birthday today with two important projects on the way. The young star leads the cast of the new Netflix production, Damsel, in which she plays Elodie, a princess who fights against her destiny of being sacrificed to a dragon. This film, directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo and written by Dan Mazeau, premieres on March 8, coinciding with International Women’s Day, emphasizing a narrative of female empowerment.
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Damsel, filmed in Portugal with a budget of between 60 and 70 million dollars, also includes renowned actors such as Angela Bassett, Robin Wright, Ray Winstone, Nick Robinson and Shohreh Aghdashloo in its cast. The production is accompanied by a novel of the same name released by Netflix and Penguin Random House, written by Evelyn Skye, which seeks to expand the universe and Elodie’s story, adding depth to her epic confrontation.
Millie Bobby Brown faces a dragon in “Damsel”, the platform’s next fantasy film. (Credits: Netflix)
Simultaneously, the streaming platform announced the start of production on the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, marking the end of an era for one of its most successful series. The science fiction title has amassed a huge fan base since its debut in 2016 and is preparing to deliver a spectacular and unforgettable close with the conclusion of the saga. This final season promises even greater challenges for its leads, with Brown alongside castmates Noah Schnapp, Winona Ryder, Sadie Sink, among others, ready to reprise their iconic roles.
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The details revealed suggest new narrative twists and the inclusion of themes such as time travel, advanced by the presence of a copy of the book A Wrinkle in Time on set. The production’s attention to the representation of tobacco use and the introduction of ’80s cultural elements add layers of engagement and authenticity to the narrative. The new episodes do not yet have a premiere date, but their release is expected in 2025.
Production begins on the final season of “Stranger Things,” promising an epic finale for the series. (Netflix)
Born on February 19, 2004 in Marbella, Málaga, the actress has managed to transcend borders since her beginnings in the world of entertainment. Known primarily for her iconic role as Eleven in Netflix’s Stranger Things, Millie began her acting career after moving to Orlando, Florida, in 2011. Her talent has not gone unnoticed, and she has been awarded a Saturn Award for Best Young Actress in a Television Series. and receiving nominations for both the Emmy and the Screen Actors Guild (SAG Awards).
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This recognition is not limited to acting, as she was also included in the list of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine at the age of 14 and became the youngest goodwill ambassador for Unicef in 2018. In addition From her role in the Duffer brothers’ fiction, she made her film debut as Madison Russell in Godzilla 2: King of the Monsters in 2019.
The fifth season is preparing to reveal mysteries and deliver an unforgettable conclusion. (Credits: Netflix/ Instagram/@rossduffer)
Modeling is also part of her career, having debuted in Calvin Klein’s By Appointment campaign and signed with the prestigious agency IMG Models. Brown is also the founder of the Florence by Mills cosmetics line, whose partial funds support the fight against childhood cancer.
After a relationship that ended in 2018 and a subsequent difficult period, Millie Bobby Brown found emotional stability with Jake Bongiovi, with whom she announced her engagement after three years of dating. Between London and Atlanta, the 20-year-old star has not only built a multifaceted career but is also notable for her commitment to improving the lives of children and young people through her philanthropic work.