She’s spent plenty of time holidaying and working in Italy in recent years.
And Toni Collette has returned to the European country once again, this time to film her upcoming romantic comedy flick Under The Stars.
The Australian actress, 51, who recently spent time in Paris filming her upcoming flick A French Pursuit, will star opposite Andy Garcia (Ocean’s 11), Alex Pettyfer, (Magic Mike), and Eva De Dominici (The Cleaning Lady) in the Michelle Danner-directed film.
‘Under the Stars is a fun and heartfelt romantic comedy about love, passion, and beauty with a brilliant ensemble cast featuring Toni Collette, Andy Garcia, Alex Pettyfer and Eva De Dominici,’ producer Pia Patatian said in a statement.
‘Set against the bustle of London and the serenity of Puglia, Michelle Danner is the ideal director to bring Victoria Vinuesa’s wonderful story to life.’
Toni Collette, 51, is continuing her love affair with Italy after returning to the country to film new romantic comedy Under The Stars. (Pictured in Puglia, Italy, on Monday)
The film follows a struggling romance novelist who has grown tired of his loveless relationship.
Things take a twist when finds his dream girl during a trip to Italy.
Production is currently underway in Puglia, Italy and will continue in London.
‘Under the Stars is a fun and heartfelt romantic comedy about love, passion, and beauty with a brilliant ensemble cast featuring Toni Collette, Andy Garcia, Alex Pettyfer and Eva De Dominici,’ producer Pia Patatian said in a statement. (Toni is pictured in Puglia, Italy, on Monday)
Toni has spent plenty of time in Italy in recent years, having filmed her 2023 action comedy Mafia Mama in Rome.
Discussing her visit, she told Conde Naste Traveller in April last year: ‘Just being in Rome was the be all and end all. I’ve traveled to Italy many times, but being able to live in Rome and have a focus and a purpose and experience living in the city day to day—it was like a gift from the gods,’
‘Honestly, it was so much fun! It wasn’t just a highlight of my career; it was a serious highlight of my life.’
Toni has spent plenty of time in Italy in recent years, having filmed her 2023 action comedy Mafia Mama in Rome
Toni was also filming Mafia Mama when news of her divorce made global headlines.
The Hereditary star announced her separation from ex-husband Dave Galafassi, 47, after 19 years of marriage back in December 2022.
‘As you transition out of March, may the light renew you. May your heart thaw and open wide to the promise of new beginnings,’ it read.
The Hereditary star announced her separation from ex-husband Dave Galafassi, 47, after 19 years of marriage back in December 2022. Pictured together in happier times
‘In this transition, may you feel deeply seen, truly heard, and embraced in full acceptance. Let joy energise your spirit.’
It continued: ‘Dance in this light of rebirth, as you step from the shadow of Winter into the warmth and wonder of Spring.’
Toni and Dave have been co-parenting daughter Sage and son Arlo since their breakup over a year ago.
At the time of their split, The About a Boy star was pictured passionately kissing chiropractor Shannon Egan at Manly Beach in Sydney.
