Netflix Wanted ‘Natural Beauty.’ Emilia Clarke Wanted a Theatrical Release.

Emilia Clarke and Netflix recently found themselves at a creative impasse over her latest film project.

Netflix envisioned a “natural beauty” approach that would highlight Clarke’s raw talent and vulnerability on their streaming platform. Clarke, however, advocated for a theatrical release, believing the story’s intensity and visual richness deserved to be experienced on the big screen.

Netflix’s push for an intimate, pared-down aesthetic aimed to connect with audiences by focusing on authenticity. For Clarke, though, the power of a theater setting could bring added depth to the story’s themes, allowing audiences to fully immerse themselves in the film’s atmosphere.

Known for her dramatic and captivating roles, Clarke wanted the artistry of the film to resonate in a way only a theatrical release can offer.