She’s been busy filming for a new Netflix adaptation of Jane Austen’s Persuasion in Bath.
And Dakota Johnson, 31, flashed a smile on Wednesday as she enjoyed a modern-day takeaway coffee in her 19th-century costume while filming alongside Nikki Amuka-Bird, who will play widow Lady Russell and Henry Golding, who will play Mr. Elliot, Dakota’s onscreen cousin – and not a love interest.
The actress, 31, looked every inch the regency beauty as she shot scenes for the adaptation of the literary classic, which featured a diverse ‘colour-blind’ cast.
Taking a break: Dakota Johnson, 31, flashed a smile on Wednesday as she enjoyed a modern day takeaway coffee in her 19th century costume while filming Persuasion in Bath
Transformed: The actress looked every inch the regency beauty as she shot scenes alongside Nikki Amuka-Bird – who plays widow Lady Russell in the adaptation of the literary classic, which featured a diverse ‘colour-blind’ cast
Dakota was dressed in an elegant navy over coat and crisp white shirt as she strolled through the set with poise.
The star wore her brunette tresses swept up into a chic baker boy hat and kept her fringe in place in a swirl.
Dakota was in good spirits as she chatted to her co-star Nikki Amuka-Bird between scenes while preparing to take centre stage in the film as the heroine Anne Elliot.
Nikki looked sensational in a red overcoat and a large statement hat with gold earrings hanging from her lobes.
Regal: Dakota was dressed in an elegant navy over coat and crisp white shirt as she strolled through the set with poise
Luscious locks: The star wore her brunette tresses swept up into a chic baker boy hat and kept her fringe in place in a chic swirl
Co-star: Dakota was in good spirits as she chatted to Nikki between scenes while preparing to take centre stage in the film as the heroine
Dakota then beamed as she spotted a horse on set to play with and rushed over to give the pony a pat.
The actress stroked the horse with a big grin on her face as she took the time between takes to shower the animal with attention.
The large black stallion was in charge of pulling carriages through the set, which Dakota will no doubt ride in for many of her scenes.
Animal fan: Dakota then beamed as she spotted a horse on set to play with and rushed over to give the horse a pat
On set: There is no official release date for the film yet, but filming has now kicked off with the stars seen shooting the upcoming adaption recently in areas including Salisbury and Dorsey
In April, Variety reported that Netflix’s adaption will be a ‘modern, witty approach’ on the classic tale, however it seems that the costumes will not be updated.
There is no official release date for the film yet, but filming has now kicked off with the stars seen shooting the upcoming adaption recently in areas including Salisbury and Dorsey.
The Persuasion remake is the latest in a line of reinterpretations of Austen’s classic novel and period dramas opting to embrace colour-blind casting, most notably following Netflix hit Bridgerton.
Sore lips: The latest on set snaps come after Dakota was pictured kissing her co-star Cosmo Jarvis, 31, on Saturday
Heavy petting: ‘Dakota was asked to do take after take during the afternoon but seemed happy in her work. It was certainly a lot of kissing,’ said a bystander
In January Netflix’s vice-president of inclusion strategy revealed that Bridgerton’s racially diverse cast was the result of an ‘inclusion lens’ being applied to casting decisions.
Verna Myers said the company supported diverse lead producers and showrunners for the series as well as its executive producer Shonda Rhymes.
The latest on set snaps come after Dakota was pictured kissing her co-star Cosmo Jarvis, 31, on Saturday.
Upbeat: The source said Dakota could be seen skipping around and laughing in between shots as she enjoyed her day at work
Waiting: There is no official release date for the film yet, but filming has now kicked off with the stars seen shooting the upcoming adaption recently in areas including Salisbury and Dorsey
‘Dakota was asked to do take after take during the afternoon but seemed happy in her work. It was certainly a lot of kissing,’ said a bystander.
‘In between shots she was playfully skipping around, laughing and joking with people on the set. She was definitely in a good mood and looked to be enjoying herself.’
And Dakota couldn’t help but grin as she enjoyed her takeaway coffee in the regency costume while members of the crew opted for iced drinks in the sunshine.
The daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson – and granddaughter of film legend Tippi Hedren – will co-star in the film alongside Richard E. Grant and model Suki Waterhouse who could not be seen on set on Tuesday.
Modern: Dakota couldn’t help but grin as she enjoyed her takeaway coffee in the regency costume while members of the crew opted for iced drinks in the sunshine
Missing: The daughter of Melanie Griffith will co-star in the film alongside Richard E. Grant and Suki Waterhouse who could not be seen with additional cast like Nikki on Tuesday
However, Dakota was joined for filming by Nikki as well as the Crazy Rich Asians actor, Golding.
Henry cut a dapper figure in his regency costume as he got ready to film in a black top hat.
The actor had his toned legs on display in a pair of tight black trousers that curved round his leather shoes.
Cast member: However, Dakota was joined for filming by the Crazy Rich Asians actor Henry Golding
Suave: Henry cut a dapper figure in his regency costume as he got ready to film in a black top hat
Athletic: The actor had his toned legs on display in a pair of tight black trousers that curved round his leather shoes
Henry looked upbeat as he smiled while waiting to start shooting in the sunshine.
The actor kept things professional as he handled the heat while wearing a tight buttoned morning suit jacket and protective PPE.
Beneath the outerwear he donned multiple additional layers, including a puff-sleeved white shirt and a metallic purple waist coat.
Chipper: Henry looked upbeat as he smiled while waiting to start shooting in the sunshine
The actor kept things professional as he handled the heat while wearing a tight buttoned morning suit jacket and PPE
Hot: Beneath the outerwear he donned multiple additional layers, including a puff-sleeved white shirt and a metallic purple waist coat
The Netflix adaptation of Persuasion joins a long line of productions that have attempted to tell the tale of Anne Elliott from the popular novel.
It is one of two rival versions of Persuasion in the works, with the other starring Sarah Snook, best known as Shiv Roy in Sky Atlantic’s hit drama Succession.
Austen’s last completed novel tells the story of a woman who defies society’s rules by remaining unmarried at 27, choosing to live with her near-bankrupt family instead of tying the knot because she still holds a torch for Capt Wentworth.
It was last adapted for ITV in 2007 with Sally Hawkins taking the role of Anne.
New: The Netflix adaptation of Persuasion joins a long line of productions that have attempted to tell the tale of Anne Elliott from the popular novel
New faces: It was last adapted for ITV in 2007 with Sally Hawkins taking on Dakota’s role of Anne