Pattie Boyd, the former wife of George Harrison, has criticized the creators of the much-anticipated Beatles biopic, stating that she was not contacted about the extensive four-film project featuring Paul Mescal, Joseph Quinn, Barry Keoghan, and Harris Dickinson as the Fab Four.
The 82-year-old Sixties model expressed her disappointment with the film’s director, Sam Mendes, for not consulting her regarding her character, which will be portrayed by Aimee Lou Wood. Pattie mentioned in a recent interview that she was not informed about the casting decision and felt it would have been courteous for the filmmakers to reach out to her.
Known for inspiring iconic songs like The Beatles’ “Something” and Eric Clapton’s “Layla” and “Wonderful Tonight,” Pattie believes that she could have shared valuable insights from her time with the band, but she suspects that the filmmakers are more interested in creating a fictional narrative rather than exploring the truth.
Despite her potential contributions, Pattie expressed her dismay at not being approached by the film team, emphasizing that they seem uninterested in authentic accounts of the band’s history. She also remarked on the lack of manners in modern society, highlighting her belief that common courtesy is often overlooked.
The ambitious project, titled “The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event,” is being spearheaded by Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes. Each film will center on a different band member, with production commencing earlier this year and all four movies scheduled for release in April 2028.
In the cast lineup, Joseph will play George, Paul will portray Paul, Harris will depict John, and Barry will take on the role of Ringo. Additionally, Saoirse Ronan is set to play Linda McCartney, while Anna Sawai has been cast as Yoko Ono.
Pattie also shared insights into her experiences as a Beatles spouse during the band’s peak fame, revealing the challenges faced by the wives in trusting other women who sought the attention of the legendary musicians.
Reflecting on her marriage to George and subsequent relationship with Eric Clapton, Pattie recalled moments of jealousy and admiration within her personal life. Despite past experiences, she expressed admiration for Eric’s recent performance and confessed to feeling a renewed sense of affection towards him.
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