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Must-See: First Look at Viola Davis In New Movie ‘Beautiful Creatures’

The actress plays a mystical keeper in the new film Beautiful Creatures which hits theaters in February.
Must-See: Viola Davis' New Thriller Role
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By Charli Penn · Updated October 28, 2020
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Oscar-nominated actress Viola Davis’ next starring role will be in the upcoming fantasy thriller Beautiful Creatures, which hits theaters on February 13th.

It’s a supernatural romance with a Romeo and Juliet-twist about a young witch who falls madly in love with a school mate right before her sixteenth birthday, on which she will learn whether her supreme powers will be used for good or evil. The film is based on the best-selling novel. The story is set in the South and also stars actress Emmy Rossum.

Viola Davis plays Amma, a mystical keeper of sorts. Watch the clip now and tell us if you’re excited to see Davis take on a sci-fi role this winter.