Netflix's upcoming ‘Persuasion’ adaptation, starring Dakota Johnson, has ruffled the feathers of some Jane Austen fans. Here are 10 facts about its source material.
According to Deadline,
Crazy Rich Asians star Henry Golding has signed on to star opposite Dakota Johnson in Netflix’s upcoming reimagining of Jane Austen’s classic novel
Persuasion. He is set to portray the role of Mr. Elliot, who is being described as the callous and classic Austen foil.
The Malaysian-British actor will next be seen leading Paramount Pictures’ upcoming G.I. Joe spinoff
Snake Eyes which is scheduled to arrive in theaters on July 23, 2021. He is also lending his voice to Paramount Animation’s animated film adaptation of
The Tiger’s Apprentice which will also star Sandra Oh and Michelle Yeoh.