Sofia Coppola, Kirsten Dunst eye first reunion in a decade as buzz builds

U.S, Nov 16 : Filmmaker Sofia Coppola and actress Kirsten Dunst may be gearing up for a new project together sparking fresh excitement among cinephiles. As reported by Deadline, the duo has been discussing ideas for a potential Sofia Coppola Kirsten Dunst collaboration, nearly a decade after their last outing, The Beguiled (2017).

In an interview with Vanity Fair, Coppola revealed that she has been exploring multiple concepts, but the possibility of reuniting with Dunst remains high on her creative priority list. While several projects have been paused, one idea involving Dunst continues to stay “on her mind.”

“I really want to do something with Kirsten,” Coppola said, confirming that they are in the early stages of shaping what their next story together could be.

Coppola and Dunst share one of Hollywood’s most admired director-actor partnerships, spanning over two decades. Their creative journey began with The Virgin Suicides (1999), Coppola’s debut feature, which featured a breakout performance by a 16-year-old Dunst. They later collaborated on Marie Antoinette (2006), The Bling Ring (2013, cameo) and The Beguiled (2017).

Dunst has often spoken about how formative their early collaborations were. In earlier conversations with Deadline, she shared that Coppola gave her confidence during her teenage years and helped her navigate the industry with a sense of authenticity. Working with a woman director she admired, Dunst said, allowed her to escape the pressure of the traditional “male gaze” and feel beautiful “on her own terms.” She credits The Virgin Suicides as a turning point in how audiences perceived her, thanks to Coppola’s distinct sensibility.

While no official announcement has been made, the prospect of Coppola and Dunst teaming up again has already stirred excitement among fans. Their history of intimate, character-rich storytelling continues to fuel anticipation for what their next collaboration might bring.