Vanity Fair has released an exclusive behind-the-scenes video documenting a filming day for the Prime Video series "Elle" [1].
The footage offers a rare look at the production process of a prequel to the Legally Blonde franchise, highlighting the creative effort required to establish the origin of its lead character.
The series is set in a Seattle high school, where the narrative explores the early struggles and growth of a young Elle Woods [2]. The video follows the daily routines of the production crew, including Director Funmi Sunmonu, Director of Photography Emma Diwa, and Editor Lika Kumoi [1].
Cast members featured in the production include Laura Kittrell, Caroline Driesl, Lauren Neustadter, Pete Chatmon, June Diane Raphael, and Tom Everett Scott [1]. The footage showcases the interaction between the actors and the crew as they navigate the high school setting, a key location for the series' first season.
Season one of "Elle" consists of eight episodes [3]. The series premiered on Amazon Prime Video on July 1, 2024 [2].
"Go behind the scenes of Elle with Vanity Fair for an exclusive day on set," the video description said [1].
“The series is set in a Seattle high school, where the narrative explores the early struggles and growth of a young Elle Woods.”
The release of behind-the-scenes content for 'Elle' serves as a strategic marketing tool to engage the established Legally Blonde fanbase by bridging the gap between the original films and the new prequel format. By focusing on the production's visual style and the Seattle high school setting, Amazon Prime Video aims to establish a distinct identity for the series while maintaining the aesthetic appeal of the original franchise.
