‘Wicker’ Stars Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård and Elizabeth Debicki on Making the ‘Very Silly,’ ‘Really Heartbreaking’ Film: ‘It’s Not Just a Slapstick or Sex Comedy’

“Wicker” is a romantic comedy about an ostracised fisherwoman, played by Olivia Colman, and a fantastical husband made from wicker, played by Alexander Skarsgård. The film uses its unusual premise and sexual humour to explore love, jealousy and partnership, and its stars say it aims to be both funny and emotionally affecting.

Skarsgård wore an intricate wicker suit and prosthetic makeup designed to move with his face; Colman was the first cast member to see the finished look. Elizabeth Debicki recalled being startled by the costume on set in Budapest. The low-budget independent film opened in fifth place, taking $5.75 million from 1,471 locations, after Black Bear acquired it for $2.5 million following buzz at Sundance.