This December, everythings coming up March.

I just adore them.

I dont know what theydo I mean, its magic.

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I direct them, but its all there.

To play Jos elegant sister Meg, Gerwig turned toEmma Watson.

Shes on multi-governmental organizations that speak to the U.N., and shes so thoughtful and present.

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She is way out there trying to do everything she can.

For me personally, Meg March is a character that is long misunderstood, Gerwig says.

Because shes absolutely herself with understanding the struggle of who that character is.

She is all-in, not just as an actor, but as a mind.

Also all-in wasLaura Dern, who took her role as the preternaturally warm and patient Marmee very seriously.

Everybody had a good cry with Laura.

She was a rock for everyone.

She said she wanted to be part of it.

I was like, Yes, maam.

Beyond that, the director wont even attempt to adequately gush about the 21-time Oscar nominee.

Anything I say about Meryl is superfluous, Gerwig says.

All the adjectives I have dont touch it.

Watch the first trailer above.Little Womenhits theaters Dec. 25.