Jodie Comer is receiving high praise for her performance in the upcoming film 28 Years Later, with director Kenneth Branagh drawing a striking parallel between her and a young Meryl Streep. Branagh, who directed Comer in the psychological thriller The Last Disturbance of Madeline Hynde, expressed his admiration in a recent interview. He stated, “I consider myself fortunate to have worked with her at this stage in her career,” adding that like the young Streep, he wishes he had “shares in her future.”
Comer, who began production on the psychological thriller last August, responded humbly to these comparisons, saying, “He is very kind. Bless him,” and downplaying the Streep comparison by asserting, “Oh, me? I’m nothing like Meryl! I’m just a girl from Liverpool!”
In The Last Disturbance of Madeline Hynde, which Branagh both wrote and directed, the plot remains largely under wraps, enhancing anticipation for the film’s release. Alongside Comer, the cast includes Patricia Arquette, Michael Sheen, and several other talented actors.
Currently, audiences can see Comer in theaters in Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later, which is part of the zombie genre legacy. With such promising projects on her plate, Comer’s trajectory in the film industry appears to be bright and filled with potential.
This situation highlights how talent is often recognized early on, ideally positioning Comer for future success and notable roles in her career.