Ellie Bamber Portrays Kate Moss in New Film 'Moss & Freud'
In "Moss & Freud," Ellie Bamber takes on the role of icon Kate Moss in a film that marks the directorial debut of James Lucas. The narrative explores Moss’s dynamic with renowned painter Lucian Freud as he crafted her portrait in 2002. Bamber, a Surrey native born in 1997, began her theatrical career at 13 and gained attention in Tom Ford’s 2016 film "Nocturnal Animals." To authentically embody Moss, she studied her vocal and physical nuances, collaborated with coaches to perfect a Croydon accent, and underwent significant transformations in appearance. The film is now accessible on VOD platforms.
Key facts
- Ellie Bamber plays Kate Moss in 'Moss & Freud'.
- The film is directed by James Lucas and executive produced by Kate Moss.
- It focuses on Lucian Freud's 2002 portrait of Moss.
- Bamber studied Moss's voice, walk, and laugh for the role.
- She worked with movement coach Polly Bennett and vocal coach Louise Jones.
- Bamber wore Moss's own John Galliano Union Jack blazer and vintage blue sequin dress.
- Derek Jacobi plays Lucian Freud in the film.
- 'Moss & Freud' is available on VOD.
Entities
Artists
- Ellie Bamber
- Kate Moss
- Lucian Freud
- James Lucas
- Trevor Nunn
- Tom Ford
- Derek Jacobi
- Polly Bennett
- Louise Jones
- James Brown
Institutions
- Menier Chocolate Factory
- Christie's
Locations
- Surrey
- London
- Croydon