Fare thee well, Amanda Seyfried's Joni Mitchell biopic
AV Club • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Amanda Seyfried was once set to star in a Joni Mitchell biopic, a project that ultimately fell through before production began.
- Prior to the pandemic, Seyfried met with Mitchell and her longtime manager Elliot Roberts, gaining personal insights and experiences, including listening to Mitchell's album Blue at her home.
- During the pandemic, Seyfried dedicated herself to learning every song on Mitchell's album Blue, an emotional and transformative journey that deepened her connection to the music.
- Seyfried's musical tribute to Mitchell, including a dulcimer performance of "California" on The Tonight Show, received praise from artists like Beck, highlighting her commitment to embodying the folk icon's artistry.
