Emma Thompson and her daughter, Gaia Wise, made a rare public appearance together on the red carpet to promote their new collaborative project. Gaia, the daughter of Emma and Greg Wise, stars alongside her mother in the movie “The Dead of Winter,” portraying a younger version of Emma’s character. The family celebrated their joint endeavor at the movie premiere.
“The Dead of Winter” is set in Finland and follows the journey of a woman named Barb as she travels through Minnesota and becomes entangled in the abduction of a teenage girl. Emma expressed her excitement about the project, highlighting the joy of being able to spend time together during filming in Finland.
Gaia expressed her admiration for her mother’s acting skills and the valuable lessons she has learned from her famous family. She has always aspired to follow in their footsteps and feels privileged to work with talented actors. In addition to her role in “The Dead of Winter,” Gaia has appeared in other productions such as “Silent Witness” and the animated film “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.”
Reflecting on her family’s influence, Gaia emphasized the importance of connecting with the written text to understand and embody characters effectively. She credits her mother, father, and grandmother for instilling in her a deep appreciation for literature and the art of storytelling.
