The title The Origin of the World has been carrying considerable intrigue ever since Brady Corbet began developing his next feature following the Oscar-winning success of The Brutalist. Envisioned as an ambitious, four-hour cinematic undertaking, the film promises to push the boundaries of conventional storytelling with an experimental approach to history, the human body, and American identity. Now, Corbet has another major name joining his increasingly impressive ensemble.

And this latest casting addition comes with a familiar creative connection, making the reunion just as interesting as the film's growing roster of stars.

Amanda Seyfried has been cast in Brady Corbet's The Origin of the World, joining an ensemble that already features Cate Blanchett, Selena Gomez, Taylor Russell, Joe Alwyn, and Michael Fassbender. The cast also includes Lily McInerny, adding another intriguing performer to a project that continues to attract considerable attention. Interestingly, speculation surrounding her involvement had already started circulating after the actress shared Instagram Stories from Lisbon and tagged director Mona Fastvold, Corbet's partner and frequent creative collaborator. 

Fans began connecting the dots, particularly given Seyfried's recent work on The Testament of Ann Lee, which Fastvold directed and co-wrote with Corbet, until, World of Reel confirmed her involvement. Corbet has previously described The Origin of the World as an experimental, elemental work concerned with the human body. The reported four-hour runtime and intended NC-17 rating further suggest that audiences should not expect a conventional Western.

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There is plenty happening beyond Corbet's production, too, as Seyfried continues to expand her screen presence while stepping into a prominent new fashion partnership.

Amanda Seyfried has been named the newest House ambassador for Tiffany & Co., making her debut in the jewelry brand's 2026 holiday campaign, Love Is a Gift. The announcement arrived on October 28 alongside You & Me, a short film directed by Academy Award nominee Derek Cianfrance. Moving between present-day New York and a Christmas memory from 1992, the story follows three generations of women connected through a family heirloom. At its center is a hand-painted Bird on a Rock ornament inspired by Jean Schlumberger's iconic Tiffany design.

The campaign also features pieces from Tiffany's archives, including a Louis Comfort Tiffany stained-glass Wisteria lamp, while a reimagining of The Wannadies' 'You & Me Song' adds a nostalgic touch. Meanwhile, Seyfried's acting calendar remains equally busy. Following The Testament of Ann Lee and The Housemaid, she has appeared in Nathan Fielder's You Can See Everything, wrapped Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical Octet, and is attached to projects including Martha & Muhammad and the Jennifer's Body sequel. She also voices Cinderella in Netflix's upcoming animated film Steps.

With Corbet's ambitious production adding another significant collaboration to her filmography, Seyfried's next chapter is shaping up to be particularly eventful. 

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