The Favourite
Videos
The Favourite is a 2018 period black comedy film directed by Yorgos Lanthimos from a screenplay by Deborah Davis and Tony McNamara. A co-production between Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, the film stars Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, and Rachel Weisz. Set in early 18th century Great Britain, it examines the relationship between cousins Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough and Abigail Hill as they vie to be court favourite of Queen Anne.
The majority of the film's principal photography took place at Hatfield House, Hertfordshire.
Portrait of Queen Anne, from the school of John Closterman, c. 1702 National Portrait Gallery, London
Image: Olivia Colman at Moet BIFA 2014 (cropped)
Rachel Weisz
Videos
Rachel Hannah Weisz is a British actress. Known for her roles in independent films and blockbusters, she has received several awards, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Laurence Olivier Award.
Weisz in 2007
Weisz at the 2012 Deauville American Film Festival
Weisz at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival