Alexander Skarsgard is stepping into an entirely unexpected romantic role in the upcoming British feature Wicker. Known for striking appearances across True Blood, The Northman, and unsettling dramas like Pillion and Infinity Pool, the actor now takes center stage as an unconventional romantic partner crafted entirely from woven materials. Rather than presenting an eerie figure, the production embraces the character as a genuine object of desire within an eccentric love story.
A Medieval Village Divided by a Bizarre Creation
Co-director Eleanor Wilson emphasized that the central figure is not designed to be a frightful creature, describing him firmly as the romantic lead of the narrative. Wilson penned the screenplay alongside her co-director Alex Huston Fischer. The plot centers on a solitary fisherwoman played by Olivia Colman, who lives on the social fringes of a medieval settlement. Seeking companionship, she approaches a local basketmaker, portrayed by Peter Dinklage, and commissions him to weave a husband for her. This astonishing creation quickly turns her into the primary gossip across the entire rural community.
Reflecting Contemporary Cultural Tastes
While the narrative is anchored in the past, the filmmaking team intends for the story to mirror contemporary attitudes toward connection and longing. Co-director Alex Huston Fischer observed that audiences today feel remarkably uninhibited in expressing enthusiasm for such an unorthodox concept, noting that this candid reception is uniquely suited to modern sensibilities compared to a decade ago. Viewers in the United Kingdom will be able to experience the offbeat comedy when it arrives in cinemas on October 30.
