Jenna Ortegais now one of the biggest stars of her generation. A former Disney Channel kid, the 22-year-old has been in the industry for over a decade. Smaller film roles such asXandThe Falloutbrought her more attention, but it was her titular role in the Netflix seriesWednesdaythat catapulted her popularity. That performance earned her critical acclaim, including an Emmy nomination and a Golden Globe nomination. She would continue her work with prolific director Tim Burton in last year’s sequelBeetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Since taking onWednesday, it seems like new parts for Ortega are constantly being announced. She played opposite Martin Freeman in the controversial filmMiller’s Girl, and is about to be inA24’sDeath of a Unicorn. In addition toWednesdayseason 2, Ortega has multiple upcoming parts this year, includingHurry Up TomorrowandKlara and the Sun. Now, it has just been announced that Ortega is likely to star in a remake of a 1990s psychological thriller that later became a cult classic.
Single White Female Is Getting A Modern Remake
Ortega Is The Likely Star
Single White Femaleis getting remade, and two of the movie’s potential stars have been selected.Single White Femaleis a 1992 psychological thriller about a woman who has to get a new roommate, only to discover that there is something very strange going on with the person who decided to move into her apartment. The movie featured a leading cast including Bridget Fonda, Jennifer Jason-Leigh, Peter Friedman, Steven Weber, and Stephen Tobolowsky. The original movie was a smash hit in theaters, making$48 million worldwide on an estimated $16 million budget.
PerThe Hollywood Reporter,Single White Femaleis now getting a remake with Ortega is in talks to star. Taylor Russell is also in negotiations for a part. Exact details on their character or plot information for theSingle White Femaleremake have yet to be revealed.
Single White Female
Cast
Single White Female is a psychological thriller directed by Barbet Schroeder. Jennifer Jason Leigh and Bridget Fonda star as roommates Hedy and Allison, whose relationship takes a disturbing turn when Hedy’s obsession with Allison leads to a dangerous fixation. The film explores themes of identity, jealousy, and psychological manipulation, set against the backdrop of New York City.
