Cyrano (2022) May 2026

is a musical romantic drama directed by Joe Wright, based on the 2018 stage musical by Erica Schmidt. The film reimagines Edmond Rostand’s 1897 play Cyrano de Bergerac , famously replacing the protagonist's legendary large nose with the physical reality of dwarfism. Core Themes and Narrative

Critics highlighted Dinklage’s performance as the element that elevates the production, with Haley Bennett noted for balancing Roxanne's intelligence with "heedless love at first sight". Critical Reception Cyrano (2022)

The film explores the "deeply human plea for acceptance". Cyrano, played by , is a man of exceptional wit and swordplay who believes his physical stature makes him unworthy of the love of his friend, Roxanne. is a musical romantic drama directed by Joe

The story remains a "faithful but sad" retelling of the classic tragedy where true feelings are only revealed when it is too late. Production Highlights Critical Reception The film explores the "deeply human

Joe Wright utilizes his signature visual "panache," filming in the baroque city of Noto, Sicily. The film's costumes, designed by Massimo Cantini Parrini , received an Oscar nomination.

The soundtrack features music by The National (Aaron and Bryce Dessner), with lyrics by Matt Berninger and Carin Besser. Peter Dinklage performs his own vocals, delivering "mellow ditties" that emphasize the character's vulnerability.

Cyrano uses his literary talent to ghostwrite love letters for Christian ( Kelvin Harrison Jr. ), a handsome but tongue-tied soldier who also loves Roxanne ( Haley Bennett ).