Jennifer Lawrence's Haunting Postpartum Thriller "Die, My Love" Unveils First Trailer
After getting a six-minute standing ovation at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, the highly anticipated psychological thriller "Die, My Love" has finally released its first trailer. The film gives audiences a glimpse into what may be Jennifer Lawrence's most transformative performance to date. The film was directed by Lynne Ramsay and produced by Martin Scorsese. It stars two of Hollywood's most compelling actors, Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. They play off each other in a very intense portrayal of maternal struggle and psychological deterioration. It'll be shown for the first time on November 7, 2025.
A Haunting Portrait of Motherhood
The movie is about a writer named Grace, played by Lawrence, who moves with her partner, Jackson (Pattinson), to a remote country house. She's got big dreams of writing The Great American Novel. The arrival of their newborn should've been a joyful beginning, but instead it triggered Grace's downward spiral into postpartum psychosis.
The new trailer gives us a creepy look at her unravelling: They're clawing desperately at bathroom walls, swerving off roads, and getting into explosive confrontations with Jackson in their pristine kitchen—a far cry from the chaos brewing beneath the surface.
When asked about her writing progress since becoming a mom, Grace's response captures the paralyzing duality of her condition: "I'm stuck between wanting to do something and not wanting to do anything at all." This perfectly captures the film's exploration of identity loss and the heavy weight of domestic expectations.
Critical Acclaim and Lawrence's Bold Performance
When the film premiered at Cannes, it got a lot of attention right away, with critics saying great things about Lawrence's bold and uncompromising work. Time magazine's Stephanie Zacharek said it was the best stuff she's ever seen, calling it "the kind of performance you go to the movies for, one that connects so sympathetically with the bare idea of human suffering that it scares you a little."
Vanity Fair's Richard Lawson said she does a great job of mixing comedy with drama, and he's happy to see Lawrence growing as an artist.
Lawrence brought her own deeply personal experience to the role, drawing on her journey through early motherhood. She was in the early stages of pregnancy during filming and has since talked openly about the "extreme anxiety and isolation" that can come with the postpartum period. This authenticity is on full display in the trailer's most intense scenes.
A Reunion of Franchise Icons
For fans who grew up with early 2010s young adult franchises, "Die, My Love" is like a dream collaboration: the long-awaited pairing of "The Hunger Games" and "Twilight" stars.
Both actors have made a point of moving away from their blockbuster pasts. Lawrence has earned praise for her emotionally raw performances in movies like Silver Linings Playbook and Mother!, while Pattinson has impressed in darker, more challenging roles, including The Batman and Good Time. This reunion sees them tackling some pretty mature stuff, like mental health, relationship struggles, and the not-so-fun parts of domestic life.
Ramsay's Visionary Direction
Lynne Ramsay is back in the feature film game after an eight-year break, bringing her unique visual style and psychological depth to Ariana Harwicz's 2012 French novel. He's well known for his provocative works like "We Need to Talk About Kevin" and "You Were Never Really Here." Ramsay co-wrote the screenplay for "You Were Never Really Here" with Enda Walsh and Alice Birch.
Her statement on the project shows her fascination with "the tiny loaded dramas, traumas and endurance in the everyday... The loss of oneself. The paralysis."
It was actually producer Martin Scorsese who picked Lawrence for the lead role after reading Harwicz's novel. He recognized that she had the range to play Grace's troubled character.
Strong Supporting Cast and Industry Investment
Beyond its powerhouse leads, Die, My Love features an impressive supporting cast, including Sissy Spacek, Lakeith Stanfield, and Nick Nolte. MUBI got distribution rights for a reported $24 million, showing they're pretty confident it'll do well at the box office and with critics.
That investment looks good—the film currently holds a 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes at time of writing, with particular praise for Ramsay's striking visual direction and Lawrence's unrestrained performance.
Release and Expectations
Die, My Love is going to be in US theaters on November 7, and it'll be in UK and Irish theaters on November 14. The film is 118 minutes long, so it's going to be an intense experience. It'll make you think about how love can change, mess with your head, and eventually take over your life.
As the trailer makes clear, this isn't your typical, easy-going viewing experience. But if you're in the mood for some edgy, no-holds-barred cinema that really delves into the psychological nuances of motherhood, Ramsay's latest release might just be right up your alley.
For Lawrence and Pattinson, the movie is another step in their ongoing journey to push themselves and their audiences. It's a solid reminder that true movie stars aren't afraid to go into the dark side.