Legendary Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger is venturing into a new cinematic role, joining the cast of Alice Rohrwacher's latest film, 'Three Incestuous Sisters'. Jagger is slated to play a lighthouse keeper and, notably, the father of the character portrayed by British actor Josh O'Connor. This marks a significant acting turn for the iconic musician, whose previous film credits include 'Performance' (1970) and 'Ned Kelly' (1970).
The film, currently in production on an Italian island, is generating considerable buzz not only for Jagger's involvement but also for its impressive ensemble cast. Alongside Jagger and O'Connor, the roster features high-profile names such as Dakota Johnson, Jessie Buckley, and Saoirse Ronan. Rohrwacher, an acclaimed Italian director known for her distinctive cinematic style, previously garnered critical praise for films like 'Happy as Lazzaro' (2018), which won Best Screenplay at the Cannes Film Festival, and 'The Wonders' (2014), a Grand Prix winner at Cannes.
Josh O'Connor, a BAFTA-winning actor, has rapidly become a prominent figure in British and international cinema and television. He is widely recognised for his portrayal of Prince Charles in the Netflix series 'The Crown', for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. His recent film roles include 'Challengers' and 'La Chimera', the latter also directed by Alice Rohrwacher, indicating a continuing collaboration between the actor and the Italian filmmaker.
The casting of Jagger adds an intriguing dimension to Rohrwacher's latest project, blending rock 'n' roll legend with a critically lauded director and a cast of contemporary acting talents. While details about the film's plot remain largely under wraps, the title 'Three Incestuous Sisters' suggests a narrative steeped in complex familial relationships, a recurring theme in some of Rohrwacher's previous works. The film's setting on an Italian island is also expected to lend itself to the director's characteristic atmospheric and visually rich storytelling.
UK audiences will be keen to see the collaboration unfold, particularly given the strong British presence in the cast with O'Connor and Buckley. Jessie Buckley, an Irish actress with a significant career in the UK, has been nominated for an Academy Award and has received BAFTA nominations for her roles in films like 'Wild Rose' and 'The Lost Daughter'. Saoirse Ronan, another Irish talent celebrated in the UK and globally, boasts four Academy Award nominations and a Golden Globe win for 'Lady Bird'.