At the premiere of her new film, Die, My Love, actress Jennifer Lawrence humorously described the project as a form of ‘revenge’ for her earlier audition for the role of Bella Swan in the Twilight series. Although that role ultimately went to Kristen Stewart, Lawrence now finds herself sharing the screen with Robert Pattinson, who played Edward Cullen in the franchise.
A Full-Circle Moment
During an interview with Variety, Lawrence remarked on the significance of working with Pattinson, stating, “Yeah, it’s the total revenge that I’ve wanted.” The film, directed by Lynne Ramsay, is a psychological dramedy that explores themes of shared psychosis as the characters, Grace and Jackson, navigate the challenges of postpartum depression.
Having premiered earlier this year at the Cannes Film Festival, Die, My Love represents Ramsay’s follow-up to her acclaimed film, You Were Never Really Here. For Lawrence, it marks her return to the screen after roles in No Hard Feelings and Causeway. For Pattinson, the film comes on the heels of the underwhelming performance of his recent project, Mickey 17.
From Twilight to Triumph
Lawrence previously shared her experience auditioning for Twilight, revealing on the The Rewatchables podcast in 2023 that she was quickly turned down. “They turned me down immediately. I didn’t even get a callback,” she said, reflecting on how this rejection became a blessing in disguise as she later secured the iconic role of Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games.
Both actors have since starred in major young adult franchises, with Lawrence and Pattinson carving out unique careers. Lawrence has taken on roles in projects ranging from superhero films like X-Men: Dark Phoenix to more intimate dramas. Pattinson, meanwhile, has embraced a mix of diverse roles, including his portrayal of the titular character in The Batman.
Critical reception for Die, My Love has been positive, with a current score of 80% on Rotten Tomatoes. Reviewers have particularly praised Lawrence’s performance, with Graeme Guttmann from ScreenRant awarding the film an 8 out of 10. Guttmann highlighted Lawrence’s “earth-shattering” portrayal, noting the film’s unique tonal balance and its ability to provoke uncomfortable laughter despite its serious themes.
“Grace is the beating heart of this film, with Lawrence’s flashes of anger and violence balanced by the star’s subtle comedic timing in key scenes,” Guttmann wrote.
As anticipation builds for the film’s North American release on November 7, 2025, audiences are eager to see how Die, My Love will resonate with general viewers. The collaboration between Lawrence and Pattinson, which comes nearly two decades after their respective Twilight near-miss, appears to have been worth the wait according to critics.