Algerian-Italian Luca Guadagnino to direct new Audrey Hepburn biopic

Oscar-nominated director Luca Guadagnino is set to direct a new biopic on the late Hollywood star Audrey Hepburn, it has been announced.

The “Call Me by Your Name” and “Suspiria” filmmaker, who was born in Palermo to an Algerian mother and a Sicilian father, will direct the film for Apple Studios, while Michael Mitnick will write the screenplay.

Two-time Oscar nominated Mara is also set to help produce the upcoming film that will explore the actress, humanitarian and fashion icon’s life and work.

It isn’t the only project about the screen legend currently in development. In April 2021, it was reported that television producer Jacqueline Hoyt would be writing a TV series, “Audrey,” based on Hepburn’s formative years.