Kristen Dunst, renowned for her portrayal of MJ in the 2002 blockbuster 'Spider-Man,' has unveiled her excitement about potentially joining the cast of 'Minecraft 2.' The actress, who has collaborated with acclaimed directors such as Sofia Coppola, Lars von Trier, Jane Campion, Alex Garland, Derek Cianfrance, and Ruben Östlund, candidly discussed her motives for seeking a substantial payday.
In an enlightening chat with 'Town & Country' magazine, the Oscar-nominated actress made a surprising confession, revealing that she would eagerly take on a role in 'Minecraft 2' "because her children adored the first film and because, let's be honest, who wouldn't want to amass a fortune?" She quipped, "Perhaps I can finally make a movie where I don't end up in the red?"
'A Minecraft Movie,' featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa, reigned supreme at the spring box office, grossing an astonishing $955 million worldwide, securing its spot as the third highest-grossing film of 2025 thus far.
In a separate interview with the same esteemed publication, Coppola heaped praise on Dunst. "Kristen always makes brilliant choices," Coppola extolled. "She's never tacky. She possesses the unique ability to be utterly sincere and deeply connected to her emotions without ever being cringe-worthy."
The director of 'Marie Antoinette' continued, "I adore working with her. She truly understands me, and I'm thrilled to see her at this stage in her career. I believe she's entered her Gena Rowlands era, where she can tackle intricate and layered roles with ease."
While anticipation for a 'Minecraft' sequel remains in limbo, Dunst's latest cinematic venture, 'Roofman,' a crime comedy directed by Derek Cianfrance and co-starring Channing Tatum, is gearing up for its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival next month, with a theatrical release slated for October 10.
