In Beyond: Two Souls, Ellen Page breathes life into the protagonist, Jodie Holmes, as she navigates her supernatural abilities. Joined by Willem Dafoe, who plays the research scientist Nathan Dawkins, their performances stood out in Quantic Dream’s creation, even if the game didn’t receive universal acclaim. Interestingly, the French studio behind this title has faced accusations of workplace harassment, which added a layer of complexity to its reception.
Reflecting on her time filming, Page shared with Deadline that it was one of the most demanding yet rewarding experiences in her acting career. The rich narrative and emotional depth of the story provided a perfect canvas for bringing the characters to life. She expressed a desire to offer a fresh perspective that would captivate both longtime fans and those new to the story.
The release of Beyond: Two Souls wasn’t without controversy. Shortly after it hit the shelves, a nude model of Page, hidden within the game files, was discovered. Although it wasn’t accessible through standard gameplay, an email leak in 2015 revealed that Page had contemplated pursuing legal action against Sony, the game’s publisher. This was because Quantic Dream, the developer, allegedly created the model without Page’s knowledge or consent and refused mediation. The conclusion of this matter remains a mystery.
David Cage, CEO of Quantic Dream and the director of Beyond: Two Souls, expressed his excitement over collaborating with Elliot Page again. He praised Page’s outstanding performance in the game, remarking that no one else could bring the same passion to the story in a new medium. For millions of players, the journey of Jodie and Aiden was deeply moving, and Cage is confident that Elliot possesses the talent to make this adaptation truly special on television.
As for when audiences can expect this adaptation to hit screens, it remains in the early stages of development with no release date announced just yet.
