Amy Adams in Nightbitch: First Images Show Dog-tastic Transformation
Get ready for a wild ride! First pictures of Amy Adams in the much awaited comedy horror film "Nightbitch," have surfaced. Based on Rachel Yoder's novel of the same name, the film, directed by Marielle Heller ("Can You Ever Forgive Me?" "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood")
Vanity Fair's images provide us with a window into Adams' metamorphosis as a stay-at-home mother starting to feel she is turning into a dog. Adams is surrounded in the PowerPoint by dogs, her family (husband, Scoot McNairy, and son, Arleigh and Emmett Snowden), and peeks of her dog-like metamorphosis. The unusual idea of the movie is exactly captured in the creepy and funny images.
Amy Adams's Potential Oscar-Winning Performance
Although "Nightbitch" opens only in December 6, Amy Adams's performance has already generated Oscar buzz. Adams was given the "Performer Award," at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September, honoring her general body of work and especially her performance in "Nightbitch." Several past Oscar winners and nominees have received this award, which is a strong sign of upcoming success.
Oscar History of Amy Adams and "Nightbitch's" Potential
Adams has six Oscar nominations for Movies including "Junebug," "Doubt," and "American Hustle," but she has not yet taken home the much-coveted prize. Perhaps "Nightbitch" marks her breakthrough. Adams is well-known for her transforming and immersive performances, but the movie also tackles very relevant subjects including motherhood, identity, and the difficulties of contemporary women.
The Director's Influence: Experience with Award-Winning Performances
Marielle Heller has already directed Tom Hanks in "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood," Melissa McCarthy and Richard E. Grant in "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" and Adams's prospects of landing her first Oscar are much improved by her ability to bring out strong and genuine performances from her actors.
"Nightbitch's" Original Combining of Comedy, Terror, and Transformation
As Adams embraces the physical change of her character—including a dog-like tail and nipples— "Nightbitch" blends comedy and horror with a bit of body horror. This component gives her performance still another level of complexity and highlights her readiness to challenge limits and investigate difficult ideas.
Finally: "Nightbitch" as a Potential Oscar Candidate
"Nightbitch" has everything Amy Adams would need to make a possible Oscar-winning performance. Adams could be launched into Oscar history by her transforming performance, the provocative ideas in the movie, and Marielle Heller's direction skill. Released in December, "Nightbitch" is much anticipated by both moviegoers and critics, who both want to see Adams' most recent performance to define her career.
