Adele Arrives in Rome for Acting Debut in "Cry to Heaven"

The British soul icon Adele has officially arrived in Rome, Italy, to begin production on her long-awaited acting debut. Spotted in the Italian capital on February 14, 2024, the singer’s foray into cinema follows the conclusion of her massive Weekends with Adele Las Vegas residency and her subsequent announcement of an "indefinite break" from music to pursue other creative passions.

Adele will co-star in Cry to Heaven, a gothic period drama directed by acclaimed filmmaker and fashion icon Tom Ford.

The Project: Tom Ford's “Cry to Heaven”

Based on the 1982 novel by Anne Rice (Interview with the Vampire), the film is a departure from Adele’s contemporary image, set in the lavish and competitive world of 18th-century Italian opera.

• The Plot: The story follows two young men—a Venetian aristocrat and a peasant gifted with a soprano voice—who navigate the intense, often brutal world of the castrati singers.

• The Cast: Adele joins a "powerhouse" ensemble that includes:

  • Nicholas Hoult

  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson

  • Colin Firth

  • Hunter Schafer

  • George MacKay

• Production: Principal photography is taking place across Rome and Venice, with filming expected to continue through the spring of 2026.

Why Now? The "Indefinite Break"

In late 2024, Adele confirmed she had no plans for new music, stating she wanted to explore "other creative things" during her hiatus. Insiders suggest that Adele had been waiting for a specific type of role—one that didn't involve playing a pop star or requiring her to sing in a contemporary voice.

Tom Ford, who previously directed critical darlings A Single Man and Nocturnal Animals, reportedly spent years eyeing the adaptation and specifically sought Adele for a "mysterious and pivotal" role that would utilize her natural dramatic gravitas.

Release Date

Cry to Heaven is currently targeted for a Fall 2026 theatrical release. Given Ford’s history at the Venice Film Festival, many industry analysts expect the film to debut as a centerpiece of the 2026 awards season.

Source - https://www.geo.tv/latest/650951-adele-arrives-in-italy-to-begin-working-on-acting-debut

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