Deborah Davis
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Biography
Deborah Davis, a British screenwriter, is renowned for The Favourite (2018), earning an Oscar nomination and BAFTA win for Best Original Screenplay. She wrote the original script, which Yorgos Lanthimos refined with co-writer Tony McNamara, who rewrote much of it based on Lanthimos’ notes. Davis also created Marie Antoinette (2022-2025). She studied history at university, spent years researching the British court, and worked as a television producer before screenwriting.
Known For
Marie Antoinette is just a teenager when she leaves Austria to marry the Dauphin of France. At Versailles, under the complex rules of the French court, she suffers from not being able to live her life the way she wants, under pressure to continue the Bourbon line and secure the Franco-Austrian alliance.
Marie Antoinette
England, early 18th century. The close relationship between Queen Anne and Sarah Churchill is threatened by the arrival of Sarah's cousin, Abigail Hill, resulting in a bitter rivalry between the two cousins to be the Queen's favourite.
The Favourite
When Elvira’s editor informs her that she will be paid per article, she begins murdering people to avoid going broke. Her plans are shaken when she falls for the crime reporter.
Obituary
After a fatal accident occurs, Nathan Perry is assigned to the Milwood facility for young adults. During his time at Milwood, Nathan becomes a victim of unforeseen terror and unusual behavior.