Lily Collins had a breakthrough role as aspiring actress Marla Mabrey in the 2016 romantic comedy-drama film Rules Don’t Apply, directed by Warren Beatty and co-starring Alden Ehrenreich.
The film is loosely based on the life of billionaire Howard Hughes. Collins’ performance was praised by critics, earning her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical.
Principal photography for the film began on February 24, 2014 in Los Angeles, California.
Alden Ehrenreich as Frank Forbes and Lily Collins as Marla Mabrey in the 2016 American romantic comedy-drama film Rules Don’t Apply (Credit: 20th Century Fox)
Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, Rules Don’t Apply was a commercial disappointment, grossing only $3.9 million against its $25 million budget. However, Collins’ performance is often cited as one of the best of her career.
Casting Choices: Rooney Mara and Felicity Jones Initially Considered
Rooney Mara and Felicity Jones were offered the role of Marla Mabrey in Rules Don’t Apply before it went to Lily Collins.
When Rules Don’t Apply had its world premiere as the opening film of the AFI Fest on November 10, 2016, the main cast members’ ages were as follows: Warren Beatty, who was born on March 30, 1937, was 79 years old. The real Howard Hughes died at the age of 70.
Lily Collins, born on March 18, 1989, was 27 years old. Alden Ehrenreich, born on November 22, 1989, was 26 years old and celebrated his 27th birthday on November 22, 2016.
Lily Collins’ Reem Acra Dress Is the Perfect Example of Old Hollywood Glam
In late 2016, Lily Collins was killing it on the red carpet. The actress wore an Old Hollywood-inspired David Koma dress at the 2016 Hollywood Film Awards.
A few days later, Lily again stunned on the red carpet in another retro-inspired gown.
Lily Collins looked captivating in a sleeveless sheer black lace gown from Reem Acra’s Fall 2016 collection, adorned with elegantly draped silver beading (Credit: Apega / WENN)
We understand that some fashion critics want to see celebrities in diverse ensembles, but we won’t complain if Lily Collins does retro Hollywood for the rest of her career.
Lily Collins with Alden Ehrenreich at AFI FEST 2016 Presented By Audi – Opening Night – Premiere Of 20th Century Fox’s “Rules Don’t Apply” at TCL Chinese Theatre on November 10, 2016, in Hollywood, California (Credit: Apega / WENN)
She certainly looks best in these glamorous old-school ensembles. With her classic features, porcelain skin, and dark hair, the British-American actress is the perfect old Hollywood glam model.
The intricacy of Lily Collins’ 1920s-inspired black lace dress was evident, especially with the silver beading and transparent panels giving glimpses of her hips, back, and ribs (Credit: Apega / WENN)
Lily’s dress is Reem Acra Fall 2016, featuring a gorgeous sheer lace fabric decorated with heavy embellishments.
Lily Collins’ makeup was reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour, characterized by a sultry smokey eye and full, well-defined brows (Credit: Apega / WENN)
The intricate harness-like detail provided a nice contrast to the sexy black lace. We love that the detail also doubled as a big piece of body jewelry.
Lily Collins’ lustrous brunette hair was styled in a side-parted bob, with vintage curls delicately framing her face (Credit: Apega / WENN)