Ewan McGregor, the versatile actor known for his iconic roles in Star Wars and Moulin Rouge, is making a return to the big screen in the highly anticipated film “Mother, Couch.” Directed by Niclas Larsson, this feature-length film also stars the esteemed Ellen Burstyn and the rising talent Taylor Russell, known for her standout performance in “Bones and All.”
Revolving Around a Green Couch: A Comical and Existentially Challenging Tale
Based on the Swedish novel “Mamma I Soffa” by Jerker Virdborg, “Mother, Couch” promises to be a unique and thought-provoking cinematic experience. The story follows three estranged siblings, David (Ewan McGregor), Gruffud (Rhys Ifans), and Linda (Lara Flynn Boyle), who reunite to confront their mother (Ellen Burstyn). The catch? Their mother adamantly refuses to leave a furniture store’s green couch, leading to a comical and existentially challenging situation.
A Talented Ensemble Cast Unravels Family Revelations
With an ensemble cast boasting remarkable talents, “Mother, Couch” is set to deliver captivating performances. Taylor Russell, alongside F. Murray Abraham, plays the store managers Bella and Marco & Marcus, who accompany the siblings on a surreal journey of family revelations. Lake Bell, known for her voice role as Harley Quinn’s Poison Ivy, also joins the ensemble.
Behind the Scenes: Director Niclas Larsson and the Producers
“Mother, Couch” marks Niclas Larsson’s feature-length directorial debut, following his success with commercial projects for prestigious brands like Volvo and Mercedes-Benz. The Swedish director has already earned a nomination for the Directors Guild of America Award in 2021. Additionally, Larsson directed the acclaimed short film “The Magic Diner,” starring Alicia Vikander and Anna Wintour for Vogue in 2015.
The film is produced by a talented team, including Lyrical Media founder Alex Black, Fat City co-founder Sara Murphy, Ella Bishop, and Pau Suris. Notably, Ewan McGregor serves as an executive producer alongside Jon Rosenberg, Ryan Zacarias, Natalie Sellers, and David Harari, contributing his creative vision to the project.
Premiere Dates and Festival Appearances
“Mother, Couch” is set to make its world premiere at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival in September. After that, it will continue its journey with a European premiere at the San Sebastian New Directors competition. As film enthusiasts eagerly anticipate its release, “Mother, Couch” is undoubtedly poised to spark conversations and captivate audiences with its intriguing premise and talented performances.
Although the film’s wide release date is yet to be announced, fans can catch a first-look image of “Mother, Couch” that was recently revealed. As the countdown to the premiere begins, cinema-goers can look forward to a truly unique and captivating cinematic experience that delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the peculiar charm of a green couch.
