The big-screen adaptation of E.L. James’ bestseller, “Fifty Shades of Grey,” has just locked in a director. Sam Taylor-Johnson has been confirmed by Universal Pictures and Focus Features to help adapt the first book in the trilogy.
“I am excited to be charged with the evolution of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ from page to screen,” Taylor-Johnson said in a statement. “For the legions of fans, I want to say that I will honor the power of Erika’s book and the characters of Christian and Anastasia. They are under my skin too.”
Taylor-Wood is best known for her film, “Nowhere Boy,” but has also directed a handful of short films as well. She beats out a who’s who of directors who had been rumored to tackle the flick about the kinky relationship between Christian Grey, a 27-year-old billionaire, and his college-aged and inexperienced girlfriend, Anastasia.
Prior to Taylor-Wood joining the project, Angelina Jolie, American Psycho” author Bret Easton Ellis and even had all been rumored candidates to helm the movie.
“Sam’s unique ability to gracefully showcase complex relationships dealing with love, emotion and sexual chemistry make her the ideal director to bring Christian and Anastasia’s relationship to life,” producer Michael De Luca added. “E.L. James’ characters and vivid storytelling require a director who is willing to take risks and push the envelope where needed and Sam is a natural fit.”
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