Emma Stone's recent presence at the Cannes Film Festival wasn't just for promoting her film; it was a heartfelt moment of self-embrace as she acknowledged her real name, Emily, capturing the hearts of fans and media alike.
- May 19, 2024
AceShowbiz - During a press conference at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival on May 18, a reporter referred to Emma Stone by her birth name, "Emily," prompting the actress to beam with joy. The "La La Land" star, known to her fans as Emma, responded with a bright smile and excitedly told the film's director, Yorgos Lanthimos, "That's my name!"
This sweet revelation aligns with Stone's recent preference for using her real name when possible, as shared in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
Emma, who changed her name due to another actress with the same name in the industry, expressed in April that she felt it was time to reconnect with her original identity. "When I get to know them, people that I work with do [call me Emily]," she mentioned. The 35-year-old actress admitted she even feels comforted by the idea and would adore if fans addressed her as Emily instead of Emma.
Emma Stone attended Cannes to promote "Kinds of Kindness", her fifth collaborative project with Yorgos Lanthimos. The film, which premiered at the prestigious festival, is a triptych fable featuring a star-studded cast including Willem Dafoe, Jesse Plemons, Margaret Qualley, Hunter Schafer, Joe Alwyn, Hong Chau, and Mamoudou Athie. It narrates a collection of stories, each distinct yet interwoven, exploring control, grief, and the pursuit of spiritual salvation.
The film's red carpet premiere saw Emma dazzling in a dark red sequined gown with a plunging neckline. Her signature copper locks, styled in soft waves, complemented her natural makeup look and dark pink lip.
Stone's appearance was not just a fashion statement, but also a show of camaraderie with her co-stars. She particularly praised Joe Alwyn, calling him "one of the sweetest people" to work with, a sentiment she shared in a press release.
Furthermore, Emma expressed a profound connection with Lanthimos, revealing they share a unique artist-director bond. "I feel like I can do anything with him because we've worked together so many times. I trust him beyond the trust I've ever had with any director," she said during the Cannes conference.
Reflecting on their decade-long professional relationship, Stone shared, "I think he's my muse. We've established that long ago." Their mutual taste and understanding have resulted in compelling cinema, with their next project, Begonia, already in the works.
Emma Stone's journey at Cannes was a blend of glamour, talent, and personal revelation, making her appearance not only a promotion of her film but also a heartwarming encounter with her true self. Kinds of Kindness is set to release on June 21, 2024.
