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Macbeth is not my favorite Shakespeare play. My favorite is Othello. I consider Hamlet to be the most overrated (although I acknowledge it’s a great part for actors). So, while Macbeth isn’t my favorite, I don’t hate it either. There are some wonderful scenes and the potential for some really great performances. I was happy when Michael Fassbender signed on to play Macbeth – I genuinely believe he’ll do great work in the role. But I was worried about Lady Macbeth. At first, Natalie Portman was going to play Lady M. Which would have been a nightmare. At the end of the day, Marion Cotillard was cast and they’re explaining her French accent as “she’s a lady who spent a great deal of time in the French court, as many high-born ladies did at the time.” Sure. I guess I’ll buy that.

Anyway, it’s come time to actually show this film adaptation to the world. In a few weeks, Macbeth will premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival. Good news: Marion Cotillard and Michael Fassbender will walk the red carpet. Bad news: The film still doesn’t have an American release date. But Harvey Weinstein is backing the film so hey, maybe it will be an awards contender and it will be released this fall?

In any case, ahead of Cannes, they’re releasing more production stills and such. We’re getting a better look at Fassy’s Macbeth. And while his Macbeth is still really, REALLY hot, he’s also dirty. Dirty in a bad way. Dirty in a “why is he so grimy?” way. Even though Macbeth is a warrior, he’s also a well-born lord, right? He has servants and they could bring him a bowl of water to wash his hands, right? Out, out damn… dirt.

So, are you into this? I want to see it (Fassy!!!), but only if critics say Marion is okay-to-great at Lady M.

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Photos courtesy of The Weinstein Company.
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