9 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About ‘The Devil Wears Prada’
9 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About ‘The Devil Wears Prada’
Last week, screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna shared a tweet revealing the final draft of the iconic movie ‘The Devil Wears Prada.’ As a devoted fan of this film, I’m excited to share all the unusual twists and differences from the final version that you might not know about.
1. Emily’s Character Description
Emily is described as a ‘human with a propeller of anxiety,’ and this trait is vividly portrayed in the film. Her character is a whirlwind of energy and nervousness, which adds a unique dynamic to the story.
2. The Improvised Line ‘Buckle Up’
Was the line ‘Buckle up’ improvised? Nigel’s phrase when Miranda Priestly enters the office was originally scripted as ‘Crew, man your battle stations!’ This change added a touch of spontaneity and humor to the scene.
3. The ‘Ugly Skirts Convention’
In the original script, the ‘Ugly Skirts Convention’ was referred to as the ‘Ugly Pants Convention.’ This slight alteration in dialogue reflects the film’s keen attention to fashion details.
4. The Calvin Klein Skirts
Originally, the 15 Calvin Klein skirts posed an even bigger problem for Andy. The film omits a moment where Emily explains to Andy that they are going shopping in a showroom, not a store, and that the girls from Runway always take a car with a driver. Here’s a glimpse of the omitted conversation:
- Andy: Let’s go down to the Calvin Klein store and ask them.
- Emily: (rolling her eyes) You’re not going to a store.
- Andy: Of course not. I’ll go… to his house?
- Emily: You catch on quick. We always send assistants to the designers’ homes on the first day. You’re going to his showroom. I’ll give you the address.
- Andy: Sorry. Got it. Where’s the nearest subway stop?
- Emily: Oh God. You’re not doing that. Ever. Always take a taxi.
5. The Cerulean Speech
The famous cerulean speech was slightly different from what was shown in the film, and Miranda was not interrupted while picking out a jacket. This scene highlights Miranda’s meticulous attention to detail and her influence in the fashion world.
6. Andy’s Stanford Law School Acceptance
Andy was accepted into Stanford Law School. During dinner, Andy’s father asks her why someone who could go to a good law school would settle for a job as a secretary. This adds depth to Andy’s character and her personal struggles.
7. The Deleted Scene
A scene where Miranda publicly argues with her husband and is saved by Andy was cut from the final version. This omission was a good decision, as it’s hard to imagine Miranda saying ‘thank you.’
8. Miranda’s Final Speech in Paris
Miranda’s final speech to Andy in Paris was a bit longer:
People think that success happens to you. It doesn’t. You choose it. Every day I choose excellence. Who else does what I do at the level I do it? No one. They don’t even understand what it takes, days measured in milliseconds… But now you know; and I know that it’s in you. That you can see more than what other people want and choose for you.
9. Emily’s Advice to the New Assistant
Emily’s lament to the new assistant, ‘Why can’t you be more like Andy?’ was changed to advice: ‘You are replacing a very valuable employee. Remember that.’ This change underscores the importance of Emily’s role and her respect for Andy.
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