Jessie Buckley stars as Agnes Hathaway, the wife of William Shakespeare, in the film 'Hamnet', directed by Chloé Zhao. The film, which is reportedly based on Maggie O'Farrell's book of the same name, has been nominated for eight Oscars. It explores the relationship between Shakespeare and his wife, with Agnes portrayed as an outsider with abilities to interpret signs in nature.
Buckley's performance has been praised by critics, and she has reportedly won a Golden Globe and is considered a favorite for an Oscar. The film depicts scenes such as a sickbed with plague sores and Agnes seeking solace under a tree. According to reports, the name 'Agnes' was used based on an archival find in her father's will, challenging the more common name 'Anne'.
Chloé Zhao previously won Oscars for 'Nomadland'.