Lili Reinhart Pushes Lesbian Vampire Novella Adaptation
Lili Reinhart says she's trying to develop a lesbian vampire novella adaptation but is struggling to find a studio willing to make it.
Lili Reinhart is trying to bring a lesbian vampire story to the screen, but she says studios are not biting. In an interview with Hits Radio, the Riverdale star revealed she is working to develop an adaptation of a novella about lesbian vampires.
Reinhart said she is struggling to find a studio willing to make the project. She did not disclose the title of the novella she wants to adapt.
Some observers speculate the novella could be Carmilla by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu. That story has previously been adapted into films including Dracula's Daughter and The Vampire Lovers.
Reinhart currently stars in Prime Video's romantic comedy The Love Hypothesis, based on Ali Hazelwood's 2021 novel of the same name. She also has two upcoming projects with no release dates: The Mannequin and The Very Best People.
Quick answers
What is Lili Reinhart trying to adapt?
She is trying to develop an adaptation of a novella about lesbian vampires, though she has not disclosed its title.
Why is the project not moving forward?
Reinhart said she is struggling to find a studio willing to make the project.
What is Reinhart currently starring in?
She stars in Prime Video's romantic comedy The Love Hypothesis, based on Ali Hazelwood's 2021 novel.