Danny Cohen executive produces on behalf of Access Entertainment.
Not all projects in Australia have universal appeal, but this one does.
She added thatThe Debhas the kind of appeal ofMuriels WeddingandPriscilla, Queen of the Desert.
From left: Natalie Abbott, Rebel Wilson, Stevie Jean and Charlotte MacInnesPhoto: Dave Benett
The Deb, Wilson explained, tells the tale of two young women from different cultures.
Ones from the bush and the others a cynical city girl.
Both are searching for self-acceptance and a date to the Deb.
Abbott starred in Global CreaturesMuriels Wedding the Musical.
Joining them will be Australian actress Stevie Jean.
Also, I felt this show makes you laugh and it makes you cry.
I knew this was the one, she said.
Making the film in Australia was another important factor.
People in Australia have been very generous to me over the years, Wilson said.
Its about giving back, and to do it in Australia is great.
Wilson said that its an exciting time for her fiancee Ramona Agruma and their daughter Royce Lillian.
She loves the hearing thePitch Perferctsongs.
She boasted that in a years time well all be listening to the sings fromThe Debon TikTok.
Wilson also revealed that next year she and Agruma will be getting married.
Right now, she said its a bit hectic, but it will happen in 2024.
