Emma Thompson Recounts Keanu Reeves‘ Impact on Her Mother, Details new Film ”Dead of Winter”
NEW YORK – Actress Emma Thompson shared anecdotes about a youthful encounter between Keanu Reeves and her mother, Phyllida Law, during a recent chat, revealing Reeves sparked a surprising reaction. Thompson recounted that her mother became “hot” for Reeves after they worked together on a 1993 film. The story emerged alongside details about Thompson’s new thriller, “Dead of Winter,” and a family appearance at the film’s premiere.
thompson was discussing the premiere with her daughter, Gaia Romilly, and husband, Greg Wise, when the story about Reeves arose. She explained that a single sniff of the late Rik mayall in the back of a taxi prompted a similar, though less detailed, reaction.
At the premiere, thompson donned a white three-piece suit with green embroidery, while Romilly opted for an elegant black dress. Wise showcased his style in a distinctive jacket. Phyllida Law,a veteran actress with numerous film and television credits,attended in a wheelchair.
“dead of Winter” features Thompson as a widow traveling through northern Minnesota to prevent a teenage girl’s kidnapping. Gaia Romilly portrays a younger version of thompson’s character, illustrating a transformation from a privileged life to one of resilience and sacrifice. the film explores themes of revenge and the strength of its protagonist.
Thompson has been married to Greg Wise for 20 years; he is the second husband of Dame Emma,a former star and former Sunshine actor. Gaia Romilly began her career with a role in the BBC series “Silent Witness,” where she investigated the murder of her character’s mother, a controversial health minister.
Currently, Keanu Reeves, age 61, is dating Alexander Grant, 52, and is appearing in a production of ”Waiting for Godot” in New York.
