Kate Winslet is ready to embark on an exciting new chapter in her career, stepping behind the camera to make her directorial debut with the upcoming Netflix film ‘Goodbye June’.

Known for her iconic roles in films like ‘Titanic’, ‘Quills’, and ‘Hamlet’, Winslet will not only direct the drama but will also serve as a producer and star in the film.

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The cast of ‘Goodbye June’ is full of talent, featuring Toni Collette, Johnny Flynn, Andrea Riseborough, Timothy Spall, and Helen Mirren. The film, which begins production soon in the U.K., tells the story of a fractured family that comes together in the face of unexpected challenges.

The screenplay for the film has been penned by Joe Anders, Winslet’s son with her former husband Sam Mendes, with Kate Solomon serving as a producer alongside Winslet.

Netflix has described ‘Goodbye June’ as both a heartfelt and humorous exploration of family dynamics during difficult times. Winslet’s decision to take on this project is part of a growing sense of responsibility she feels towards women in the film industry. In an interview on the ‘How to Fail’ podcast, Winslet reflected on her previous reluctance to direct, citing the demanding nature of the role.

However, over time, she began to feel a sense of urgency to make a change, particularly for the benefit of other women in Hollywood.

She explained, “The more I’m not doing it now, with the need to change the culture, the more I feel like I’m actually letting down other women by not doing it.”

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Winslet believes that the more women who direct, the more it will inspire others to follow suit, ultimately shifting the industry’s landscape. With her wealth of experience in front of the camera, Winslet feels now is the right time to take the leap into directing.

She explained that she now understands the technical aspects of filmmaking, feeling confident in her ability to handle the job with the necessary expertise.

‘Goodbye June’ marks a significant moment in Winslet’s career, as she moves into a new creative role while continuing to shine in acting. In addition to this directorial debut, Winslet recently starred in the biographical film ‘Lee’, where she portrayed war correspondent and photographer Lee Miller.

The film earned accolades, including a Golden Globe nomination for Winslet and a BAFTA nomination for Outstanding British Film.

Winslet also received recognition for her role in the HBO limited series ‘The Regime’, where she earned another Golden Globe nomination.