Clarissa (upcoming film)
| Clarissa | |
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| Directed by | |
| Written by | Chuko Esiri |
| Based on | Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf |
| Produced by |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Jonathan Bloom |
| Edited by | Blair McClendon |
Production companies |
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| Distributed by | Neon |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Clarissa is an upcoming American drama film directed and produced by Arie Esiri and Chuko Esiri. It is a modern-day reimagining of the 1925 novel Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf.
Cast
- Sophie Okonedo as Clarissa Dallaway
- India Amarteifio as young Clarissa
- David Oyelowo as Peter
- Toheeb Jimoh as young Peter
- Ayo Edebiri
- Nikki Amuka-Bird
Production
In August 2021, twin filmmakers Arie and Chuko Esiri revealed that they were developing a modern-day reimagining of the 1925 novel Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, set in Lagos, Nigeria.[1] In August 2025, principal photography had begun in Nigeria which was shot on 35mm film.[2]
In November 2025, Neon acquired distribution rights to the film, with Sophie Okonedo, David Oyelowo, India Amarteifio, Ayo Edebiri, and Toheeb Jimoh revealed as part of the cast.[3][4]
References
- ^ J. Wanjiru, Ellen (August 6, 2021). "Co-directors Arie & Chuko Esiri Talk Feature Film 'Eyimofe (This Is My Desire)'". Black Film. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
- ^ "Scores and the City: SOUNDS OF 16 with CHUKO ESIRI". 16 By 16. August 31, 2025. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (February 6, 2026). "Neon Acquires 'Mrs. Dalloway' Reimagining 'Clarissa' Starring Sophie Okonedo, David Oyelowo, India Amarteifio, Ayo Edebiri & Toheeb Jimoh". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
- ^ "CLARISSA; Motion picture". U.S. Copyright Office. Retrieved February 10, 2026.