Actress Anne Hathaway is set to star in a new movie called “The Idea of You,” based on a novel of the same name by Robinne Lee. The film follows a divorced mother who falls in love with a 20-something boy band member, played by Nicholas Galitzine. The inspiration for the story came from Harry Styles of One Direction often dating older women, creating anticipation for the movie’s release in May 2024. However, Hathaway revealed that her online identity has caused her to miss out on movie roles in the past due to toxic online backlash.
After winning an Oscar for her role in “Les Misérables,” Hathaway became the subject of a hate campaign called ‘Hathahate’ fueled by online trolls. She shared that many people in Hollywood were hesitant to cast her in roles due to the negativity surrounding her online persona. However, director Christopher Nolan believed in her talent and cast her in the film “Interstellar,” which helped Hathaway navigate through the challenging time and keep her career momentum going. She expressed gratitude for Nolan’s support, stating that he gave her one of the best roles in one of the best films she has been a part of.
Hathaway opened up about feeling humiliated by the trolling she experienced online during the ‘Hathahate’ era and acknowledged the difficulty of facing such negativity in the public eye. Despite the challenges, she emphasized the importance of staying bold and not letting the criticism close her off from opportunities. Additionally, Hathaway shared that she was initially told she lacked sex appeal when she first started in Hollywood, a notion she never believed given her confidence in herself outside of the industry’s male-dominated gaze.
The actress recently attended the premiere of her new movie at the Southwest Film Festival, where she made a stunning appearance in a Patou mini dress. Reports indicate that Hathaway was visibly moved during the screening, which may suggest the emotional impact of the film’s narrative or the significance of her own journey in overcoming challenges in her career. Overall, Hathaway’s resilience in the face of online hate, her ability to navigate the industry’s standards of beauty, and her dedication to her craft continue to shape her career and inspire others in the entertainment industry.
