
Jennifer Lawrence was the first actor attached to the film. Producer Martin Scorsese discovered the source novel at his book club and believed the lead role would be a great challenge for her. Lawrence then actively worked to get Lynne Ramsay to direct, as she was a long-time admirer of Ramsay’s work, especially her first film, Ratcatcher, and felt the story needed Ramsay’s unique and intense style. Recently, I spoke with Ramsay and Lawrence – who was wearing a black gown by The Row on her way to the CFDA Awards and playfully acknowledged being overdressed – about the film’s depiction of postpartum experiences, the challenges of filming intimate scenes while pregnant, and the meaning behind its dramatic conclusion. (Be warned: spoilers for Die My Love follow.)