Sebastian Stan’s Edward learns to be careful what he wishes for in the trailer for A Different Man.
Edward (Stan) has neurofibromatosis of the face, seeing his deformity as an impediment to his confidence. He keeps to himself, with his attractive new neighbor Ingrid (Renate Reinsve) becoming one of his only confidants. His other neighbor, Ollie (Billy Griffith) offers words of encouragement (via a paraphrasing of Lady Gaga): “All unhappiness in life comes from not accepting what is.”
When the opportunity to test an experimental drug that “heals” Edward comes about, he decides to go for it. Life as a handsome man has its perks. He’s now celebrated at the office instead of being overlooked. “Look at this piece of man candy,” exclaims his co-worker Nick (Owen Kline), holding a cutout of Edward.
Edward’s newfound confidence wanes when, while out with drinks with his coworkers, he...
Edward (Stan) has neurofibromatosis of the face, seeing his deformity as an impediment to his confidence. He keeps to himself, with his attractive new neighbor Ingrid (Renate Reinsve) becoming one of his only confidants. His other neighbor, Ollie (Billy Griffith) offers words of encouragement (via a paraphrasing of Lady Gaga): “All unhappiness in life comes from not accepting what is.”
When the opportunity to test an experimental drug that “heals” Edward comes about, he decides to go for it. Life as a handsome man has its perks. He’s now celebrated at the office instead of being overlooked. “Look at this piece of man candy,” exclaims his co-worker Nick (Owen Kline), holding a cutout of Edward.
Edward’s newfound confidence wanes when, while out with drinks with his coworkers, he...
- 7/16/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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