Film trailer about a wicker man goes viral, IKEA joins the fun

The trailer for the upcoming film "Wicker" has ignited a social media frenzy, with its peculiar premise of a woman falling for a man literally woven from wicker sparking a wave of online humor and commentary. Starring Hollywood A-listers Alexander Skarsgård and Olivia Colman, the film adapts a short story about a lonely woman who, tired of local men, has a wicker craftsman create a husband for her.

Skarsgård portrays the wicker husband, an embodiment of rustic design, and his appearance has captivated audiences. The film's concept has already spawned humorous nicknames like "Fifty Shades of Straw" and "Beauty and the Basket." Social media users have humorously debated the practicalities and potential pitfalls of a relationship with a woven partner, with comparisons to furniture and picnic baskets abounding.

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Most male actors dream of playing Hamlet at some point in their careers. I never have. My dream has always been to have wicker nipples.

Adding to the buzz, Skarsgård himself has embraced the role with characteristic wit. He quipped to Entertainment Weekly, "Most male actors dream of playing Hamlet at some point in their careers. I never have. My dream has always been to have wicker nipples." The elaborate wicker suit worn by Skarsgård was meticulously crafted by Wētā Workshop, designed to mimic his facial expressions.

Even IKEA has joined the playful discourse. The company's Australian Instagram account posted a photo of their wicker storage bench, captioned: "Made from husband material." The post, accompanied by the phrase "If you know, you know," was met with widespread delight. Directors Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson describe "Wicker" as a comedic yet poignant exploration of love, marriage, and societal norms, a depth that attracted Colman, who called it one of the most original scripts she had read in a long time. The film is slated for a late summer release worldwide.

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It was one of the best and most original scripts I have read in a long time.