Peacock has landed the rights to stream “The Independent,” a political thriller that stars John Cena, “Succession’s” Brian Cox, Ann Dowd (“The Handmaid’s Tale”), and Jodie Turner-Smith (“Queen & Slim”). The film from Relativity Media and director Amy Rice will skip theaters and stream exclusively on Peacock beginning next week on November 2, just ahead of midterm elections.
“The Independent” follows a young journalist (Turner-Smith) who discovers a conspiracy involving a U.S. Presidential candidate that could change the election and the fate of the country in an election in which America would be poised to elect either its first female president or its first viable independent candidate (Cena). Turner-Smith’s character teams up with a legendary journalist (Cox) to unravel the political conspiracy surrounding the election.
Rice directed the film from a script by Evan Parter. Executive producing “The Independent” are Laura Grange, Julia Stuart, Brian Cox, Jodie Turner-Smith, John Cena,...
“The Independent” follows a young journalist (Turner-Smith) who discovers a conspiracy involving a U.S. Presidential candidate that could change the election and the fate of the country in an election in which America would be poised to elect either its first female president or its first viable independent candidate (Cena). Turner-Smith’s character teams up with a legendary journalist (Cox) to unravel the political conspiracy surrounding the election.
Rice directed the film from a script by Evan Parter. Executive producing “The Independent” are Laura Grange, Julia Stuart, Brian Cox, Jodie Turner-Smith, John Cena,...
- 10/26/2022
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
Finn Wittrock and Zoë Chao in Long Weekend is currently available on Digital and DVD
When down-on-his-luck Bart has a chance encounter with the enigmatic Vienna, the two fall fast and hard. An enchanted weekend courtship leads to unexpected revelations, but the secrets both carry could be their undoing or the chance for a fresh start.
Co-starring Damon Wayans Jr. (New Girl), Casey Wilson (Happy Endings), Jim Rash (Community) and Wendi McLendon-Covey (Bridesmaids). The film is written and directed by Steve Basilone and produced by Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Theodora Dunlap, Sam Bisbee, Audrey Rosenberg, and Jess Jacobs. Franklin Carson, Lance Acord, and Jackie Kelman Bisbee served as executive producers.
Long Weekend is Written by and Directed By: Steve Basilone and stars Finn Wittrock (American Horror Story), Zoë Chao (Love Life), Casey Wilson (Happy Endings), Jim Rash (Community), Damon Wayans Jr. (New Girl), and Wendi McLendon-Covey (Bridesmaids)
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When down-on-his-luck Bart has a chance encounter with the enigmatic Vienna, the two fall fast and hard. An enchanted weekend courtship leads to unexpected revelations, but the secrets both carry could be their undoing or the chance for a fresh start.
Co-starring Damon Wayans Jr. (New Girl), Casey Wilson (Happy Endings), Jim Rash (Community) and Wendi McLendon-Covey (Bridesmaids). The film is written and directed by Steve Basilone and produced by Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Theodora Dunlap, Sam Bisbee, Audrey Rosenberg, and Jess Jacobs. Franklin Carson, Lance Acord, and Jackie Kelman Bisbee served as executive producers.
Long Weekend is Written by and Directed By: Steve Basilone and stars Finn Wittrock (American Horror Story), Zoë Chao (Love Life), Casey Wilson (Happy Endings), Jim Rash (Community), Damon Wayans Jr. (New Girl), and Wendi McLendon-Covey (Bridesmaids)
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- 5/28/2021
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Are you ready for the weekend? Specifically, are you ready for a Long Weekend? Of course, we’re referring to the rom-com from Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions’ Stage 6 Films.
Long Weekend will make its debut in theaters today and marks the feature directorial debut of Steve Basilone, who also wrote the script.
The rom-com stars Finn Wittrock as Bart who has a serendipitous meeting with Vienna played by Zoë Chao. She’s a little bit of a mystery, but the two end up having a connection and they spend a whirlwind weekend together (hence the title of the movie). As the two fall fast and hard for each other, they dont realize that both carry secrets that could be their undoing… or the chance for a fresh start.
The film also features Casey Wilson, Jim Rash and Damon Wayans, Jr. Long Weekend is produced by Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Theodora Dunlap,...
Long Weekend will make its debut in theaters today and marks the feature directorial debut of Steve Basilone, who also wrote the script.
The rom-com stars Finn Wittrock as Bart who has a serendipitous meeting with Vienna played by Zoë Chao. She’s a little bit of a mystery, but the two end up having a connection and they spend a whirlwind weekend together (hence the title of the movie). As the two fall fast and hard for each other, they dont realize that both carry secrets that could be their undoing… or the chance for a fresh start.
The film also features Casey Wilson, Jim Rash and Damon Wayans, Jr. Long Weekend is produced by Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Theodora Dunlap,...
- 3/12/2021
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Stage 6 Films, a production arm of Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions, has picked up worldwide distribution rights Long Weekend, a romantic comedy starring Finn Wittrock (American Horror Story) and Zoë Chao (Love Life). The film also stars Happy Endings alums Damon Wayans, Jr. and Casey Wilson as well as Community actor Jim Rash.
Steve Basilone, who has written for shows like Happy Endings, The Goldbergs, and Community, penned the screenplay and is making his film directorial debut. The pic follows Bart, whose chance encounter with the enigmatic Vienna leads to a whirlwind weekend together. The two fall fast and hard, but both carry secrets that could be their undoing or the chance for a fresh start.
Producers are Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Theodora Dunlap, Sam Bisbee, Audrey Rosenberg, and Jess Jacobs. Franklin Carson, Lance Acord, and Jackie Kelman Bisbee served as executive producers.
Steve Basilone, who has written for shows like Happy Endings, The Goldbergs, and Community, penned the screenplay and is making his film directorial debut. The pic follows Bart, whose chance encounter with the enigmatic Vienna leads to a whirlwind weekend together. The two fall fast and hard, but both carry secrets that could be their undoing or the chance for a fresh start.
Producers are Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Theodora Dunlap, Sam Bisbee, Audrey Rosenberg, and Jess Jacobs. Franklin Carson, Lance Acord, and Jackie Kelman Bisbee served as executive producers.
- 2/18/2021
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
At the virtual Cannes market, the Exchange is pre-selling political thriller “The Independent,” the narrative feature debut of twice Emmy-nominated director Amy Rice, starring “The Big Sick” star Kumail Nanjiani. Variety spoke to Rice about the film.
In “The Independent,” America’s first viable independent presidential candidate is poised for victory when an idealistic journalist uncovers a conspiracy, which places the fate of the election and the country in his hands.
Rice, whose credits include HBO’s “By the People: The Election of Barack Obama,” is scheduled to shoot the movie next year. The screenplay is written by two-time Black List scribe Evan Parter, who is writing the upcoming Amazon Studios Original feature about former Nixon administration staffer John Dean, starring Chris Pine.
Rice, who describes herself as a “political junkie,” says: “It is rare these days to come across such a thought-provoking political thriller, so the second I finished...
In “The Independent,” America’s first viable independent presidential candidate is poised for victory when an idealistic journalist uncovers a conspiracy, which places the fate of the election and the country in his hands.
Rice, whose credits include HBO’s “By the People: The Election of Barack Obama,” is scheduled to shoot the movie next year. The screenplay is written by two-time Black List scribe Evan Parter, who is writing the upcoming Amazon Studios Original feature about former Nixon administration staffer John Dean, starring Chris Pine.
Rice, who describes herself as a “political junkie,” says: “It is rare these days to come across such a thought-provoking political thriller, so the second I finished...
- 6/25/2020
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
In today’s film news roundup, Kumail Nanjiani has been cast as a journalist, Daisy Ridley boards Imax’s “Asteroid Hunters,” “Best Summer Ever” leads off a festival, Shelley Duvall gets an honor and “Dark Harvest” lands at MGM.
Project Launch
Kumail Nanjiani will star in the political thriller “The Independent,” which is being introduced to buyers by The Exchange at the Berlin Film Festival.
He will portray a journalist who uncovers a conspiracy, which places the fate of the election in his hands with America’s first viable independent presidential candidate poised for victory.
“Kumail is a great actor with global recognition and he serves as the cornerstone for an incredible ensemble cast that we are excited to announce shortly,” said Brian O’Shea of The Exchange.
Amy Rice, who was nominated for an Emmy for “By the People: The Election of Barack Obama,” is directing “The Independent” from a script by Evan Parter.
Project Launch
Kumail Nanjiani will star in the political thriller “The Independent,” which is being introduced to buyers by The Exchange at the Berlin Film Festival.
He will portray a journalist who uncovers a conspiracy, which places the fate of the election in his hands with America’s first viable independent presidential candidate poised for victory.
“Kumail is a great actor with global recognition and he serves as the cornerstone for an incredible ensemble cast that we are excited to announce shortly,” said Brian O’Shea of The Exchange.
Amy Rice, who was nominated for an Emmy for “By the People: The Election of Barack Obama,” is directing “The Independent” from a script by Evan Parter.
- 2/22/2020
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Kumail Nanjiani is set to take on a dramatic role in the political thriller “The Independent,” which is being presented to buyers at the European Film Market by The Exchange, the sales agent’s CEO Brian O’Shea announced Friday.
“The Big Sick” and “Silicon Valley” star will play an idealistic young journalist covering America’s presidential election and the first viable independent candidate poised for a victory. But he soon uncovers a conspiracy that places the fate of the election and the country in his hands.
Amy Rice (“By the People: The Election of Barack Obama”) is directing the thriller that comes from a script that appeared on the Black List by Evan Parter.
Also Read: Kumail Nanjiani Eats Cake and Pizza for First Time Since Getting Ripped for Marvel's 'The Eternals' (Video)
Parter will also produce the film alongside Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap of Park Pictures and Anonymous Content’s Ryan Cunningham.
“The Big Sick” and “Silicon Valley” star will play an idealistic young journalist covering America’s presidential election and the first viable independent candidate poised for a victory. But he soon uncovers a conspiracy that places the fate of the election and the country in his hands.
Amy Rice (“By the People: The Election of Barack Obama”) is directing the thriller that comes from a script that appeared on the Black List by Evan Parter.
Also Read: Kumail Nanjiani Eats Cake and Pizza for First Time Since Getting Ripped for Marvel's 'The Eternals' (Video)
Parter will also produce the film alongside Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap of Park Pictures and Anonymous Content’s Ryan Cunningham.
- 2/21/2020
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Film Constellation has secured international sales rights to Sundance drama, Farewell Amor, the feature debut for writer/director Ekwa Msangi. The pic premiered at the film festival in the U.S. Dramatic Competition category on Jan. 25 and has received positive reviews. Endeavor Content is overseeing all North American rights sales.
Starring Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Zainab Jah, and Jayme Lawson, the pic tells the story of a family who reunites after 17 years apart. Angolan immigrant Walter is joined in the U.S. by his wife and teen daughter. Now absolute strangers sharing a one-bedroom Brooklyn apartment, they struggle to overcome the emotional distance between them. Walter is trying to let go of a previous relationship while his wife Esther struggles with a new country, culture and a husband who seems distant. Their daughter Sylvia is a dancer just like her father, and while she also finds her new life difficult,...
Starring Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Zainab Jah, and Jayme Lawson, the pic tells the story of a family who reunites after 17 years apart. Angolan immigrant Walter is joined in the U.S. by his wife and teen daughter. Now absolute strangers sharing a one-bedroom Brooklyn apartment, they struggle to overcome the emotional distance between them. Walter is trying to let go of a previous relationship while his wife Esther struggles with a new country, culture and a husband who seems distant. Their daughter Sylvia is a dancer just like her father, and while she also finds her new life difficult,...
- 2/1/2020
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
Story of family reunited premiered in U.S. Dramatic Competition Category.
Film Constellation has boarded international rights at Sundance to Ekwa Msangi’s debut feature and U.S. Dramatic Competition Category selection Farewell Amor and will launch sales in Berlin next month.
The story centres on a family that reunites after 17 years apart when Angolan immigrant Walter is joined in the Us by his wife and the teenage daughter he does not know.
Sharing a one-bedroom Brooklyn apartment, they struggle to overcome the emotional distance between them. Walter tries to let go of a previous relationship while his wife Esther struggles with a new country,...
Film Constellation has boarded international rights at Sundance to Ekwa Msangi’s debut feature and U.S. Dramatic Competition Category selection Farewell Amor and will launch sales in Berlin next month.
The story centres on a family that reunites after 17 years apart when Angolan immigrant Walter is joined in the Us by his wife and the teenage daughter he does not know.
Sharing a one-bedroom Brooklyn apartment, they struggle to overcome the emotional distance between them. Walter tries to let go of a previous relationship while his wife Esther struggles with a new country,...
- 2/1/2020
- by 36¦Jeremy Kay¦54¦
- ScreenDaily
“American Horror Story” actor Finn Wittrock and “Where’d You Go, Bernadette” star Zoe Chao are set to star in a love story and comedy titled “Long Weekend,” the film’s production companies announced Thursday.
Wittrock and Chao will star alongside Damon Wayans Jr., Casey Wilson, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Jim Rash in a rom-com dashed with some magical realism from writer and director Steve Basilone. Principal photography just wrapped on the project in Los Angeles.
“Long Weekend” is the story of a down on his luck, struggling writer named Bart (Wittrock) and the enigmatic woman (Chao) who suddenly enters his life at the right time. Wayans Jr. and Wilson portray Bart’s always supportive best friends, McLendon-Covey is his pesky landlord, and Rash will play his new boss.
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Fifty Seventh Street Productions and Rebelle Media along with...
Wittrock and Chao will star alongside Damon Wayans Jr., Casey Wilson, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Jim Rash in a rom-com dashed with some magical realism from writer and director Steve Basilone. Principal photography just wrapped on the project in Los Angeles.
“Long Weekend” is the story of a down on his luck, struggling writer named Bart (Wittrock) and the enigmatic woman (Chao) who suddenly enters his life at the right time. Wayans Jr. and Wilson portray Bart’s always supportive best friends, McLendon-Covey is his pesky landlord, and Rash will play his new boss.
Also Read: Yes, 'The Assassination of Gianni Versace' Confused Finn Wittrock Too (Video)
Fifty Seventh Street Productions and Rebelle Media along with...
- 9/26/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Finn Wittrock and Zoe Chao are the leads of Long Weekend, a romantic dramedy penned and directed by Steve Basilone, whose credits included writing for The Goldbergs, Community and Happy Endings. The pic, from Fifty Seventh Street Productions and Rebelle Media along with Park Pictures and Invisible Pictures, just wrapped principal photography in Los Angeles. Damon Wayans Jr., Casey Wilson, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Jim Rash co-star.
The plot of the love story infused with magical realism centers Bart (Wittrock), a down-on-his-luck struggling writer, and the enigmatic woman (Chao) who enters his life at the right time. Wayans Jr. and Wilson, who worked with Basilone on Happy Endings, play Bart’s always supportive best friends, McLendon-Covey is his pesky landlord, and Rash as his new boss.
Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Sam Bisbee, Theodora Dunlap, Jess Jacobs and Audrey Rosenberg are producers. Franklin Carson, Jackie Kelman Bisbee and Lance Acord are executive producers.
The plot of the love story infused with magical realism centers Bart (Wittrock), a down-on-his-luck struggling writer, and the enigmatic woman (Chao) who enters his life at the right time. Wayans Jr. and Wilson, who worked with Basilone on Happy Endings, play Bart’s always supportive best friends, McLendon-Covey is his pesky landlord, and Rash as his new boss.
Deanna Barillari, Laura Lewis, Sam Bisbee, Theodora Dunlap, Jess Jacobs and Audrey Rosenberg are producers. Franklin Carson, Jackie Kelman Bisbee and Lance Acord are executive producers.
- 9/26/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Finn Wittrock and Zoe Chao have signed on to star in the independent romance drama “Long Weekend” from writer-director Steve Basilone.
The cast includes Damon Wayans, Jr., Casey Wilson, Wendy McLendon-Covey and Jim Rash. Wittrock plays a struggling writer, with Chao as an enigmatic woman who suddenly enters his life. Wayans Jr. and Wilson portray his best friends, while McLendon-Covey is his landlord, and Rash is his new boss. The film reunites Basilone, Wayans Jr. and Wilson who previously worked together on “Happy Endings.”
Fifty Seventh Street Productions, Park Pictures, Invisible Pictures, and Rebelle Media are producing the film. Producers are Deanna Barillar for Fifty Seventh Street Productions, Laura Lewis for Rebelle Media along with Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap for Park Pictures and Audrey Rosenberg for Invisible Pictures. Franklin Carson, Jackie Kelman, Bisbee and Lance Acord will serve as executive producers. CAA Media Finance and Rebelle Media will handle film sales for “Long Weekend,...
The cast includes Damon Wayans, Jr., Casey Wilson, Wendy McLendon-Covey and Jim Rash. Wittrock plays a struggling writer, with Chao as an enigmatic woman who suddenly enters his life. Wayans Jr. and Wilson portray his best friends, while McLendon-Covey is his landlord, and Rash is his new boss. The film reunites Basilone, Wayans Jr. and Wilson who previously worked together on “Happy Endings.”
Fifty Seventh Street Productions, Park Pictures, Invisible Pictures, and Rebelle Media are producing the film. Producers are Deanna Barillar for Fifty Seventh Street Productions, Laura Lewis for Rebelle Media along with Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap for Park Pictures and Audrey Rosenberg for Invisible Pictures. Franklin Carson, Jackie Kelman, Bisbee and Lance Acord will serve as executive producers. CAA Media Finance and Rebelle Media will handle film sales for “Long Weekend,...
- 9/26/2019
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
“The Shape of Water” star Richard Jenkins and “What Men Want” actor Shane Paul McGhie have been cast in the independent comedy “The Last Shift.”
The two will appear alongside Ed O’Neill, Da’Vine Joy Randolph (“High Fidelity”), Birgundi Baker (“The Chi”) and Allison Tolman (“Fargo”). Andrew Cohn is directing from his own script. “The Last Shift” is currently shooting in Chicago.
Jenkins portrays an aging fast food worker, who’s approaching his final graveyard shift after 38 years. When he’s asked to train his young replacement (McGhie), his final weekend takes an unexpected turn.
“‘The Last Shift,’ I wanted to update an old and familiar genre in a fresh and surprising way,” Cohn said in a statement. “I’m grateful that Park Pictures and Bona Fide saw the same opportunity to explore these complex issues of race, class and authority in an honest and authentic manner.”
Park Pictures...
The two will appear alongside Ed O’Neill, Da’Vine Joy Randolph (“High Fidelity”), Birgundi Baker (“The Chi”) and Allison Tolman (“Fargo”). Andrew Cohn is directing from his own script. “The Last Shift” is currently shooting in Chicago.
Jenkins portrays an aging fast food worker, who’s approaching his final graveyard shift after 38 years. When he’s asked to train his young replacement (McGhie), his final weekend takes an unexpected turn.
“‘The Last Shift,’ I wanted to update an old and familiar genre in a fresh and surprising way,” Cohn said in a statement. “I’m grateful that Park Pictures and Bona Fide saw the same opportunity to explore these complex issues of race, class and authority in an honest and authentic manner.”
Park Pictures...
- 7/18/2019
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
“The Shape of Water” star Richard Jenkins and “What Men Want” actor Shane Paul McGhie are set to star in a comedy about working the graveyard shift at a fast food restaurant called “The Last Shift,” the producers announced Thursday.
Jenkins and McGhie will star alongside Ed O’Neill, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Birgundi Baker and Allison Tolman all joining the cast of the film written and directed by Andrew Cohn.
“The Last Shift” follows Stanley (Jenkins), an aging fast food worker, who’s approaching his final graveyard shift after 38 years. When he’s asked to train his young replacement Jevon (McGhie), Stanley’s final weekend takes an unexpected turn.
Also Read: 'Shape of Water' Oscar Nominee Richard Jenkins Tells Us His Good Luck Ritual: 'I Don't Wear Pants'
Park Pictures and Bona Fide Productions, along with Whitewater Films are producing “The Last Shift.” The film is produced by Albert Berger,...
Jenkins and McGhie will star alongside Ed O’Neill, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Birgundi Baker and Allison Tolman all joining the cast of the film written and directed by Andrew Cohn.
“The Last Shift” follows Stanley (Jenkins), an aging fast food worker, who’s approaching his final graveyard shift after 38 years. When he’s asked to train his young replacement Jevon (McGhie), Stanley’s final weekend takes an unexpected turn.
Also Read: 'Shape of Water' Oscar Nominee Richard Jenkins Tells Us His Good Luck Ritual: 'I Don't Wear Pants'
Park Pictures and Bona Fide Productions, along with Whitewater Films are producing “The Last Shift.” The film is produced by Albert Berger,...
- 7/18/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
In today’s film news roundup, Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law are re-teaming for “Sherlock Holmes 3,” Boomerang Productions Media is formed, MarVista Entertainment expands and Universal buys Aubrey Plaza’s “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn.”
Release Date
Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law are re-teaming for “Sherlock Holmes 3” with Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow announcing a Dec. 25, 2020 release date.
Downey will reprise his role as the titular British detective while Law portrays his sidekick, Dr. Watson. No director is yet attached. Chris Brancato has written the script. Susan Downey, Joel Silver and Lionel Wigram are producing “Sherlock Holmes 3.”
The film will open nine years after the second film “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows,” took in $545.4 million at the worldwide box office. The original “Sherlock Holmes” was released in 2009 and grossed $524 million globally. Guy Ritchie directed the first two films.
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Release Date
Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law are re-teaming for “Sherlock Holmes 3” with Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow announcing a Dec. 25, 2020 release date.
Downey will reprise his role as the titular British detective while Law portrays his sidekick, Dr. Watson. No director is yet attached. Chris Brancato has written the script. Susan Downey, Joel Silver and Lionel Wigram are producing “Sherlock Holmes 3.”
The film will open nine years after the second film “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows,” took in $545.4 million at the worldwide box office. The original “Sherlock Holmes” was released in 2009 and grossed $524 million globally. Guy Ritchie directed the first two films.
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- 5/8/2018
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment Content Group has acquired North American rights to the genre-bending romantic comedy An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn. The Sundance Film Festival-premiering pic stars Aubrey Plaza and Emile Hirsch and is the second feature from co-writer/director Jim Hosking. A day-and-date theatrical and VOD bow is in the works for later this year.
In the script from Hosking and David Wike, Plaza stars as Lulu Danger, who is trapped in a dissatisfying marriage with her scheming husband Shane (Hirsch). After getting fired by Shane from his cappuccino shop, Lulu is stunned when a TV commercial for “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn For One Magical Night Only” reveals a mysterious man from her past (Craig Robinson). When Shane and his bumbling cohorts steal the cashbox from Lulu’s adopted vegan brother, a specialist (Jemaine Clement) enters the fray to retrieve the stolen funds. Lulu seizes the...
In the script from Hosking and David Wike, Plaza stars as Lulu Danger, who is trapped in a dissatisfying marriage with her scheming husband Shane (Hirsch). After getting fired by Shane from his cappuccino shop, Lulu is stunned when a TV commercial for “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn For One Magical Night Only” reveals a mysterious man from her past (Craig Robinson). When Shane and his bumbling cohorts steal the cashbox from Lulu’s adopted vegan brother, a specialist (Jemaine Clement) enters the fray to retrieve the stolen funds. Lulu seizes the...
- 5/7/2018
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment Content Group has acquired the North American rights to “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn,” starring Aubrey Plaza and Emile Hirsch.
The feature made its world premiere at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. Jim Hosking directed the film that he also co-wrote with David Wike. Jemaine Clement, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson also star.
Sam Bisbee, Theodora Dunlap, Oliver Roskill, Emily Leo, Lucan Toh and Andy Starke served as producers on the film.
UPHE Content Group is planning a release for the film later this year.
“An Evening with Beverly Luff Linn” follows Lulu Danger (Plaza), who is trapped in a dissatisfying marriage with her husband Shane (Hirsch). Fired from her job, Lulu sees a TV commercial for “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn For One Magical Night Only” that reveals a mysterious man from her past, and Lulu sets out to find him.
The feature made its world premiere at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. Jim Hosking directed the film that he also co-wrote with David Wike. Jemaine Clement, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson also star.
Sam Bisbee, Theodora Dunlap, Oliver Roskill, Emily Leo, Lucan Toh and Andy Starke served as producers on the film.
UPHE Content Group is planning a release for the film later this year.
“An Evening with Beverly Luff Linn” follows Lulu Danger (Plaza), who is trapped in a dissatisfying marriage with her husband Shane (Hirsch). Fired from her job, Lulu sees a TV commercial for “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn For One Magical Night Only” that reveals a mysterious man from her past, and Lulu sets out to find him.
- 5/7/2018
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Endeavor Content brokered deal for filmmakers; excludes North America.
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions (Spwa) has swooped on all international rights to Brett Haley’s Hearts Beat Loud following the special sneak volunteer screening in Park City on Thursday night (January 18).
North American buyers are circling the film, which gets it world premiere on Friday January 26. Nick Offerman and Kiersey Clemons star in the story of a has-been musician who owns a struggling record store in Brooklyn and forms an unlikely band with his daughter the summer before she is set to leave for university.
Haley and Marc Bash wrote the screenplay to Hearts Beat Loud, which co-stars Ted Danson, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner and Toni Collette.
Houston King, Sam Bisbee and Sam Slater produced for Houston King Productions, Park Pictures and Burn Later Productions, respectively. Franklin Carson, Paul Bernon, David Bernon, Theodora Dunlap, Jackie Kelman Bisbee, Lance Acord, Danny Rifkin and Frank Brenner, Offerman served as executive...
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions (Spwa) has swooped on all international rights to Brett Haley’s Hearts Beat Loud following the special sneak volunteer screening in Park City on Thursday night (January 18).
North American buyers are circling the film, which gets it world premiere on Friday January 26. Nick Offerman and Kiersey Clemons star in the story of a has-been musician who owns a struggling record store in Brooklyn and forms an unlikely band with his daughter the summer before she is set to leave for university.
Haley and Marc Bash wrote the screenplay to Hearts Beat Loud, which co-stars Ted Danson, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner and Toni Collette.
Houston King, Sam Bisbee and Sam Slater produced for Houston King Productions, Park Pictures and Burn Later Productions, respectively. Franklin Carson, Paul Bernon, David Bernon, Theodora Dunlap, Jackie Kelman Bisbee, Lance Acord, Danny Rifkin and Frank Brenner, Offerman served as executive...
- 1/19/2018
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Ted Danson, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner and Toni Collette to co-star.
Park Pictures, Burn Later Productions and Houston King Productions have announced that Nick Offerman will star in Brett Haley’s Hearts Beat Loud.
The film, co-written by Haley and Marc Basch, is the story of Frank and Sam, a father and daughter who form an unlikely songwriting duo in the last summer before the daughter leaves for college.
This marks Offerman’s first leading role as he reunites with Haley after the two collaborated on The Hero.
Ted Danson, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner and Toni Collette will also join the previously announced Kiersey Clemons.
Haley’s film The Hero starring Sam Elliott is currently in theatres. The Hero and Haley’s previous film I’ll See You In My Dreams, both co-written with Basch, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
Offerman is an actor, writer, and woodworker best known for his role as Ron Swanson on NBC...
Park Pictures, Burn Later Productions and Houston King Productions have announced that Nick Offerman will star in Brett Haley’s Hearts Beat Loud.
The film, co-written by Haley and Marc Basch, is the story of Frank and Sam, a father and daughter who form an unlikely songwriting duo in the last summer before the daughter leaves for college.
This marks Offerman’s first leading role as he reunites with Haley after the two collaborated on The Hero.
Ted Danson, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner and Toni Collette will also join the previously announced Kiersey Clemons.
Haley’s film The Hero starring Sam Elliott is currently in theatres. The Hero and Haley’s previous film I’ll See You In My Dreams, both co-written with Basch, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
Offerman is an actor, writer, and woodworker best known for his role as Ron Swanson on NBC...
- 7/27/2017
- ScreenDaily
Emile Hirsch, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson also in the cast for ‘An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn’.
The cast for An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn, the new film from The Greasy Strangler director Jim Hosking, has been announced.
Aubrey Plaza, Jemaine Clement (both above), Emile Hirsch, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson (below) have joined the project. Hosking and David Wike wrote the script.
Park Pictures, Wigwam Films and Rook Films announced that production has begun on the film, which is funded by the BFI with the National Lottery, Film4 and Gps Partners. It is shooting in Eureka, California.
The plot synopsis reads: ‘Lulu Danger’s unsatisfying marriage takes a fortunate turn for the worse when a mysterious man from her past comes to town to perform a mysterious event called An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn; For One Magical Night Only.’
Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap (both Park Pictures), Oliver Roskill, Lucan Toh, [link...
The cast for An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn, the new film from The Greasy Strangler director Jim Hosking, has been announced.
Aubrey Plaza, Jemaine Clement (both above), Emile Hirsch, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson (below) have joined the project. Hosking and David Wike wrote the script.
Park Pictures, Wigwam Films and Rook Films announced that production has begun on the film, which is funded by the BFI with the National Lottery, Film4 and Gps Partners. It is shooting in Eureka, California.
The plot synopsis reads: ‘Lulu Danger’s unsatisfying marriage takes a fortunate turn for the worse when a mysterious man from her past comes to town to perform a mysterious event called An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn; For One Magical Night Only.’
Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap (both Park Pictures), Oliver Roskill, Lucan Toh, [link...
- 2/8/2017
- ScreenDaily
Emile Hirsch, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson also in the cast for ‘An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn’.
The cast for An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn, the new film from The Greasy Strangler director Jim Hosking, has been announced.
Aubrey Plaza, Jemaine Clement (both above), Emile Hirsch, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson (below) have joined the project. Hosking and David Wike wrote the script.
Park Pictures, Wigwam Films and Rook Films announced that production has begun on the film, which is funded by the BFI with the National Lottery, Film4 and Gps Partners. It is shooting in Eureka, California.
The plot synopsis reads: ‘Lulu Danger’s unsatisfying marriage takes a fortunate turn for the worse when a mysterious man from her past comes to town to perform a mysterious event called An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn; For One Magical Night Only.’
Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap (both Park Pictures), Oliver Roskill, Lucan Toh, [link...
The cast for An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn, the new film from The Greasy Strangler director Jim Hosking, has been announced.
Aubrey Plaza, Jemaine Clement (both above), Emile Hirsch, Matt Berry and Craig Robinson (below) have joined the project. Hosking and David Wike wrote the script.
Park Pictures, Wigwam Films and Rook Films announced that production has begun on the film, which is funded by the BFI with the National Lottery, Film4 and Gps Partners. It is shooting in Eureka, California.
The plot synopsis reads: ‘Lulu Danger’s unsatisfying marriage takes a fortunate turn for the worse when a mysterious man from her past comes to town to perform a mysterious event called An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn; For One Magical Night Only.’
Sam Bisbee and Theodora Dunlap (both Park Pictures), Oliver Roskill, Lucan Toh, [link...
- 2/8/2017
- ScreenDaily
Focus Features’ alternative distribution initiative Focus World has acquired U.S. and U.K. rights to Jon Watts’ thriller “Cop Car,” which stars Kevin Bacon as a corrupt sheriff whose vehicle is stolen by two 10-year-old boys.
Focus World is planning a simultaneous theatrical and VOD release of the film but has not yet set a date. In the UK, the film will be distributed via Uphe Content Group.
James Freedson-Jackson and Hays Wellford play the young protagonists behind the wheel, and the film co-stars Shea Whigham and Camryn Manheim.
Also Read: Kevin Bacon Makes Epic ‘Footloose’ Entrance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon...
Focus World is planning a simultaneous theatrical and VOD release of the film but has not yet set a date. In the UK, the film will be distributed via Uphe Content Group.
James Freedson-Jackson and Hays Wellford play the young protagonists behind the wheel, and the film co-stars Shea Whigham and Camryn Manheim.
Also Read: Kevin Bacon Makes Epic ‘Footloose’ Entrance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon...
- 1/28/2015
- by Jeff Sneider
- The Wrap
Park Pictures Features announced today Academy Award®-winning actor, Philip Seymour Hoffman, is set to star in God’S Pocket, the upcoming film directorial debut from Emmy®-nominee John Slattery. Slattery adapted the screenplay with Alex Metcalf from the novel by National Book Award Winning author Pete Dexter. Academy Award®-nominee Richard Jenkins, Emmy Award®-nominee Christina Hendricks and award winning actor John Turturro will co-star. Jay Cohen of Gersh will handle all film sales.
Park Pictures Features will produce the film in partnership with Hoffman’s Cooper’s Town Productions and Slattery’s Shoestring Pictures, which makes its producing debut with this film. Acclaimed director/cinematographer Lance Acord has signed on to shoot the film, which will be produced by Sam Bisbee, Jackie Kelman Bisbee, Slattery, Lance Acord and Galt Niederhoffer, for Park Pictures and Emily Ziff and Hoffman for Cooper’s Town. The film will be executive produced...
Park Pictures Features will produce the film in partnership with Hoffman’s Cooper’s Town Productions and Slattery’s Shoestring Pictures, which makes its producing debut with this film. Acclaimed director/cinematographer Lance Acord has signed on to shoot the film, which will be produced by Sam Bisbee, Jackie Kelman Bisbee, Slattery, Lance Acord and Galt Niederhoffer, for Park Pictures and Emily Ziff and Hoffman for Cooper’s Town. The film will be executive produced...
- 5/15/2013
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
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