February 12, 1999: ‘Message in a Bottle’ is released in theaters
Robin Wright stars opposite Kevin Costner and Paul Newman in ‘Message in a Bottle’, directed by Luis Mandoki and based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks.
Although the film received negative reviews from critics, it resonated with audiences and became a commercial success.
It topped the U.S. box office for two consecutive weeks following its release.
Spring 1999: Robin Wright wins Best Actress Award at SESC Film Festival
The SESC Film Festival is the biggest and longest-standing film festival in Brazil, established in 1974 to encourage a deeper appreciation of both national and international cinema.
In 1999, Robin Wright was honored with the Best Foreign Actress award for her performance in She’s So Lovely (1997), sharing the win with Judi Dench for Mrs. Brown (1997).
Unfortunately, Robin Wright was not present at the festival to receive the award.
October/November 1999: Robin Wright is filming ‘How to Kill your Neighbor’s Dog’
The shooting of ‘How to Kill your Neighbor’s Dog’ began in October 5 and ended in November 1999.
In this black comedy, directed by Michael Kalesniko, Robin Wright plays the female lead.
Her co-stars are Kenneth Brannagh (who plays Robin’s husband) and Lynn Redgrave (who plays Robin’s mother).
December 2, 1999: ‘Sweet and Lowdown’ Premiere
Robin Wright attended the premiere of ‘Sweet and Lowdown’, the latest film starring her husband Sean Penn and directed by Woody Allen.