Rachel Zegler Rebounds With New Leading Role

After Disney’s Snow White remake failed both critically and commercially, Rachel Zegler has secured a leading role in the comedy-drama She Gets It From Me, starring alongside Oscar-winner Marisa Tomei. Directed by Julia von Heinz and based on a true story, the film follows Nicky (Zegler) as she seeks to reconnect with her estranged, pill-popping, ex-punk rocker birth mother Charlotte (Tomei) after her engagement celebration. The project is positioned as a grounded and original work, with industry leaders optimistic about the comedic and dramatic chemistry between Zegler and Tomei. The film is seen as an opportunity for Zegler to move beyond the intense scrutiny from Snow White’s press cycle. Production and global sales are currently underway, and the film’s authentic portrayal of messy family relationships is highlighted as a key appeal. Producers and the director are publicly supporting Zegler, signaling confidence in her future roles.