13-Year-Old Schoolgirl’s Inventive Marble Run Lands Her Role in Hollywood Movie With Stephen Fry

A teenager from Dublin has lately taken an extraordinary journey into the spotlight, leaping into the enchanting world of Hollywood. In a place where dreams and imaginations collide, the talented 13-year-old has captured filmmakers’ hearts. With an unexpected pursuit, a young girl named Sarah Bowen is set to become the star of an upcoming film by Universal Pictures. 

Sarah’s Hollywood journey began in 2020 when she entered a children’s competition with a remarkable prize. It portrayed a chance to feature as a character in an animated film based on the legendary artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci. However, little did young Sarah know that her ingenuity would land her a starring role, that too, with the renowned icon Stephen Fry. And that is not all, her merit was even appreciated by an Oscar-nominated writer renowned in the filmmaking industry. 

Sarah’s ingenious marble run lands a Hollywood opportunity

Sarah surprised everyone with her remarkable skills when she successfully crafted a Heath Robinson-style marble run at the contest. Her extraordinary talent shone brightly as she modeled her creation using humble materials like cornflake boxes and toilet roll tubes. The teen girl constructed a whimsical and topsy-turvy path for marble balls to traverse, a truly inspiring yet straightforward design. Her unique project caught the attention of Jim Capobianco, a writer well-known for his work in ‘Ratatouille,’ which had gained an Oscar nomination. 

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Praising the capabilities of the teenager, Jim remarked, “It is exciting to see a young person like Sarah Bowen interested in invention.” He further elaborated on the details of the movie, where Sarah had won her shot. Capobianco expressed how the film, ‘The Inventor,’ was primarily based on inspiring upcoming creators or the ‘da Vincis’ of the future. Sarah’s father, Stephen Bowen, gleefully shared his experience after seeing it, stating, “She’s in the background a lot. She’s in the crowd scenes.”

Stephen Fry showcasing Leonardo’s uncommon hurdles

The film ‘The Inventor’ depicts Leonardo da Vinci as an insatiably curious and headstrong creator who leaves Italy to join the French court. There, he embarks on a journey of experimentation, inventing flying contraptions and incredible machines. Da Vinci is also seen exploring the mysteries of the human body in this puppet movie. Voiced by the iconic legend Stephen Fry in the role of Leonardo, this film is set to be a heartwarming yet humorous tale.

But what really sets this cinematic piece apart is its portrayal of Leonardo as a genuine human being. Capobianco shared how he was seen to bang his knee, jump for joy, whisper, weep, and even get frustrated or feel anger. “He was human after all,” Jim narrated. As for Sarah, she will forever be part of this visually stunning and captivating project. Her presence was marked by an eight-inch doll that resembled the little girl’s hair and other features. 

While ‘The Inventor’ is expected to grace the screens of the UK in 2023, early reviews show positive feedback and support. A variety of them even listed it among possible Oscar contenders. As the movie is ready to present the marvelous persona of Da Vinci, Sarah’s craft using throwaway items made her a perfect fit for this inspirational story. 

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