In the past, world-renowned actor, Emma Stone and legendary film director, Yorgos Lanthimos have created cinematic masterpiece after cinematic masterpiece (read: The Favourite, 2018 and Bleat, 2022). And now in the works is the dynamic duo's third movie creation: Poor Things – soon to be released later this year.
While we're yet to be granted a look at the film's trailer (any day now, folks), the first photo stills have made their rounds on social media – and to say we were shocked would be an understatement. Nadia Stacey, hair and makeup designer for the upcoming film, recently took to her Instagram feed to share a post of three stills; two of which feature a major hair transformation from Emma.
So long her cropped red bob, for what's to come is worlds apart from all we know:
And no, that is not the New Zealand singer, Lorde, as most are mistaking her for on Twitter...
As we can see, Emma's locks have been transformed with what we're assuming are extra long hair extensions or even a wig. The midnight blue/black colour paired with the extreme lengths are giving raven vibes, to the max.
In terms of styling, Nadia has opted to add rough-dried mermaid waves into Emma's hip-skimming tresses, giving the look extra dimension and an effortless feel. Not to mention that her eyebrows have undergone a dye job, too! The full works for movie magic, hey.
Everyone's clicking on...
We cannot wait to see Emma and her locks in action come late summer...
Poor Things' expected cinema release date is 8, September, 2023.
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Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
