Director Kenneth Branagh Praises Actress Jodie Comer as Young Meryl Streep

Director Kenneth Branagh has praised actress Jodie Comer, comparing her to a young Meryl Streep after their collaboration on the upcoming psychological thriller 'The Last Disturbance of Madeline Hynde.' Branagh expressed feeling fortunate to work with Comer at this stage of her career and echoed a sentiment once used for Streep, saying he wished he had shares in her future. Comer humbly dismissed the comparison, describing herself simply as a girl from Liverpool. The film, written and directed by Branagh, features a star-studded cast including Patricia Arquette, Michael Sheen, and Tom Bateman, though its plot remains under wraps. Comer, known for her acclaimed roles in series like 'Killing Eve' and films including Danny Boyle's '28 Years Later,' continues to garner critical acclaim and industry anticipation for her future projects. Branagh highlighted Comer's intense and emotionally volatile role in the film, emphasizing her dedication and hunger for challenging work.