Sex Education’s Emma Mackey got into character as Wuthering Heights author Emily Brontë on Thursday and filmed new scenes at a church in Otley, Yorkshire, for the new biopic.
The actress, 25, wore a long black gown, reminiscent of the Victorian era, as she appeared to star in funeral scenes for the forthcoming film.
Emma looked markedly different from her edgy Netflix character Maeve Wiley as she joined thespians Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Emma Mackey, Alexandra Dowling and Amelia Gething at the rural filming location.
Work: Sex Education’s Emma Mackey got into character as Wuthering Heights author Emily Brontë on Thursday and filmed new scenes at a church in Otley, Yorkshire, for the new biopic
Her period gown featured ruffled trim on the sleeves, corset detailing and a sweeping neckline.
Emma’s brunette tresses were tucked back in a neat plaited bun as she wore minimal make-up to emulate the literary icon.
The star was spotted hastily rushing around the historic church while delivering a concerned expression, as the camera crew eagerly captured her every move.
Actor Oliver, 34, appeared through a horizon of tombstones in black attire which included a floor-length coat.
Leading lady: The actress, 25, wore a long black gown, reminiscent of the Victorian era, as she appeared to star in funeral scenes for the forthcoming film
He rested his hands in his pockets and furrowed his brow as he embraced his new acting gig.
The Invisible Man star’s honey locks were swept over to the side as he rocked thick side burns.
Amelia, 22, who plays Emily’s sister Anne and Alexandra, 31, who stars as sibling Charlotte, both wore black costumes and elaborate hats as they talked to production in between takes.
The Spanish Princess star looked radiant in her period ensemble as she was seen clutching her mobile phone while taking a break from filming.
Outfit: Her period gown featured ruffled trim on the sleeves, corset detailing and a sweeping neckline
Intricate: Emma’s brunette tresses were tucked back in a neat plaited bun as she wore minimal make-up to emulate the literary icon
On a mission: The star was spotted hastily rushing around the historic church while delivering a concerned expression, as the camera crew eagerly captured her every move
Sombre: Actor Oliver, 34, appeared through a horizon of tombstones in black attire which included a floor-length coat
Marking Frances O’Connor’s directorial debut, Emily – which is yet to have a release date – will follow the story of the famous author, best known for her iconic novel Wuthering Heights.
The upcoming film will see Emma join the likes of Line Of Duty’s Adrian Dunbar, Ammonite star Gemma Jones and Dunkirk’s Fionn Whitehead.
On the upcoming project, actress-turned-director Frances, 53, said: ‘Emily Brontë’s writing is steeped in such passion, feeling, violence, and fierce intelligence – that I’ve always yearned to know who she really was.
‘Emily is about a rebel and misfit, a young woman daring to form herself, to embrace her true nature, despite the consequences. And, in creating an imagined life for her, I hope Emily Brontë will live again!’
Ponder: He rested his hands in his pockets and furrowed his brow as he embraced his new acting gig
New look: The Invisible Man star’s honey locks were swept over to the side as he rocked thick side burns
Set: Amelia, 22, (right) who plays Emily’s sister Anne and Alexandra, 31, (left) who stars as sibling Charlotte, both wore black costumes and elaborate hats as they talked to production
Graceful: The Spanish Princess star looked radiant in her period ensemble as she was seen clutching her mobile phone while taking a break from filming
Tim Haslam of Embankment, who is executive producing and financing the movie, added: ‘Frances’ storytelling is a breath of fresh air.
‘It attracts highly dynamic actors; each performing highly engaging characters, each provocative and just a touch dangerous; certainly, modern and spirited.’
Born in 1818 in West Yorkshire, Emily was the fifth of six children, and spent most of her short life in the moorland village of Haworth, where her Irish father Patrick was curate.
But life dealt Emily a series of terrible blows as she lost her mother when she was three, then two older sisters when she was seven.
Starring role: Marking Frances O’Connor’s directorial debut, Emily – which is yet to have a release date – will follow the story of the famous author
Backstory: Born in 1818 in West Yorkshire, Emily was the fifth of six children, and spent most of her short life in the moorland village of Haworth, where her Irish father Patrick was curate
Following her trauma, the novelist retreated into a fantasy world, writing stories and poetry with her siblings.
The writer poured her suffering and passion into Wuthering Heights, a wrenching love story as raw as the Yorkshire Moors on which it’s set.
Screen star Emma rose to prominence as outspoken and troubled teenager Maeve in Netflix’s sex comedy-drama, Sex Education.
Star-studded cast: The upcoming film will see Emma join the likes of Line Of Duty’s Adrian Dunbar, Ammonite star Gemma Jones and Dunkirk’s Fionn Whitehead