"50 shades of gray" goes to large screens

In 2011, the book published a book by the British writer E. L James "50 shades of gray." Despite the fact that it was the author's debut, the novel was immediately called a literary breakthrough. More than 60 million copies were sold worldwide, and the first book was followed by two others: "50 shades lighter" and "50 shades darker." Even if you have not read the trilogy, then the film, which will be released in mid-February, is worth a look. What is the secret of the popularity of the book and the high preliminary rating of the film adaptation? Who will implement the conflicting characters of the main characters? What are the main expectations of the public? All secrets will reveal our article.

Book: how she saw the light

So "50 shades of gray" - the first part of the trilogy. Before the reader appears a young girl - Anastacia Steel. She just graduated from college, she perseveres and strives to build a successful career. Despite the fact that the girl is pretty, she does not have a boyfriend, and her thoughts are only occupied with her studies and work. Going instead of his girlfriend and neighbor Kate Kavana in an interview with the mysterious millionaire Christian Gray, she suddenly attracts his attention. The novel develops rapidly, Cinderella turns into a princess, but the thing is that the chosen one is not so simple. Christian prefers hard domination and BDSM. What is the reason for unusual attachments? How will a proud virgin treat a bonded contract of complete submission? All the secrets are revealed by the book. The main highlight, attracting the most attention - frank exciting intimate scenes. "50 shades of gray" is not without reason called "mother's porn", because experienced housewives found in the novel what is not in their own lives, the most hidden fantasies are described on its pages.

Everyone knows that originally Erika Leonard (real name of the writer) created a fanfic based on the sensational "Twilight". The focus was on the unusual (if not perverted) intimate relationship between Edward and Bella. Later the story had to be moved to the site FiftyShades.com, too many critical reviews due to frank content. In 2011 the novel was released in the Australian edition, and also appeared on sale on the Internet. He was translated into 51 languages ​​and overtook most of the fashion books of recent years.

History of film adaptation

Large TV corporations soon became interested in a non-trivial love story, and Sony Pictures and Universal Studios fought for the right to film "50 shades", and the latter won and redeemed the rights for $ 5 million.

The team was really stellar. The director is Sam Taylor Wood, also known as Sam Taylor-Johnson. He is known for his work "Becoming John Lennon", which tells of the singer's childhood. The script was created by Kelly Marcel in collaboration with EL James himself. Producers are Dana Brunetti and Michael De Luca. Composer Dani Elfman created a sound design, and the soundtrack was the composition Beyoncé "Crazy in love".

Originally, the film was scheduled to be released in the summer of 2014, but casting and making changes to the script took too long. The official premiere is to be held during the 65th Berlin Film Festival on February 11, 2015. Russian viewers can enjoy the picture on February 12. Not a bad gift for Valentine's Day?

Despite the fact that opinions about the book and its adaptation have been divided, and the websites are desperate battles of opponents and fans of "shades", the film has already been recognized as the most anticipated premiere of 2015. Spectators are constantly waiting for new photos and videos from the set, and the official trailer was watched by more than 15 million people.

Actors and their characters

The choice of title characters was not easy for creators. On the role of Christian Tried Alexander Skaskard, Ian Somerhold, Matthew Bomer. Approved was the handsome Charlie Hannam, but he was forced to give up because of the abundance of creative plans and mismatch schedules. Irish actor and model Jamie Dornan changed his colleague. He will have to play the complex and eccentric personality of the millionaire Christian Gray. The young man prefers unusual sex. He must dominate the partner, concludes a contract with his girls, which allows them to completely dominate them. But love comes to him. Cruel and simultaneously sensual, closed from the world, a man with a difficult past that is not easily overcome - this is Christian.

His beloved Anastacia was played by Emma Watson, Ashley Greene or Anna Kendrick. Dakota Johnson, who eventually got the role, is little known to the viewer, but her pretty face attracts attention. Her character is young and inexperienced. For her, the sexual preferences of a loved one become a shock, but the girl is at risk of trying something new. She discovers the true Christian, while not losing her individuality.

In addition to the main characters in the film, we will see: Eloise Mumford (Keith Kavanana), Luke Grimes (Christian's brother), Rita Ora (Gray's sister), Marsha Gay Harden (Gray's mother), Max Martini (bodyguard of the businessman), Kalma Keith Rennie (Anastacia's stepfather ), Jennifer Or (mother of the heroine).

Until the end of the intrigue, who will play fatal Elena Lincoln - the first beloved Christian, who taught him all the wisdom of sadomasochism. Maybe it's Angelina Jolie herself?

Interesting facts about "50 shades of gray"

Do you know what?

• The rating of the film, according to the MPAA system will be R (contains sexual scenes, scenes of violence, etc. and is intended for viewing by adults) or even NC-17 (the film is forbidden for children under 17, can not be advertised on TV).
• The American anti-pornographic society demands to change the rating, limit the viewing of the film and warns about the scenes of BDSM and violence against the woman.
• Due to the activity of fans, actor Jamie Dornan is afraid of being killed at the premiere by crazy fans.