Dakota Johnson is shown in first-look images portraying Marilyn Monroe in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s short film. Multiple outlets report that the photos circulate online, highlighting Johnson’s transformation into the 20th-century screen icon through costume and styling meant to evoke Monroe’s appearance. Fox News adds that the project’s casting process included doubts from the director, noting that Johnson nonetheless appears in the role in newly released set or promotional images. Both sources frame the release as an early preview of the short film’s direction and visual presentation, offering viewers a glimpse of what to expect from the depiction of Monroe’s life. Fox News also reports that the short film premieres at Venice, positioning the first look as part of pre-release attention around the festival showing. ComingSoon.net emphasizes the visual transformation and the unveiling of the first photos. Together, the reports confirm the key elements: Johnson as Monroe, the film’s connection to Gyllenhaal, the publication of first-look images, and a Venice premiere.