A project that has been on our radar since it was an invited spec at Sundance’s January Screenwriters Lab back in 2015, Beretta has found a director in Maysaloun Hamoud. Written by Qatari-American artist, writer and filmmaker Sophia al-Maria, Variety reports that the thriller to be produced by Passage Pictures’ Uri Singer and Aimee Peyronnet. Beretta doesn’t have a start date but we imagine they’ll be lassoing the film’s lead and already have a backdrop in the cards. Hamoud’s Bar Bahar had its world premiere at TIFF back in 2016. That film was three Palestinian women sharing an apartment in contemporary Tel Aviv, navigating religious, sexual and racial fault lines away from home.…...
- 4/19/2024
- by Eric Lavallée
- IONCINEMA.com
Exclusive: Palestinian director Maysaloun Hamoud has boarded female revenge thriller Beretta for L.A.-based Passage Pictures.
Written by Qatari-American artist, writer and filmmaker Sophia al-Maria, Beretta is billed as a female-driven Taxi Driver-style thriller centered on a selectively mute woman seeking revenge after she is attacked by a stranger.
Beretta will be Hamoud’s second feature after her 2016 breakout In Between (Bar Bahar) about three Palestinian women sharing an apartment in contemporary Tel Aviv, navigating religious, sexual and racial fault lines away from home.
The drama premiered at Toronto where it won the Netpac Award, before heading to San Sebastian were it was also feted. Hamoud was also honored with the Women in Motion Young Talents Award at Cannes in 2017.
Al Maria is best known for her work around her coined term of “Gulf Futurism”, exploring the impact of rapid modernisation in the Gulf region on architecture, urban planning,...
Written by Qatari-American artist, writer and filmmaker Sophia al-Maria, Beretta is billed as a female-driven Taxi Driver-style thriller centered on a selectively mute woman seeking revenge after she is attacked by a stranger.
Beretta will be Hamoud’s second feature after her 2016 breakout In Between (Bar Bahar) about three Palestinian women sharing an apartment in contemporary Tel Aviv, navigating religious, sexual and racial fault lines away from home.
The drama premiered at Toronto where it won the Netpac Award, before heading to San Sebastian were it was also feted. Hamoud was also honored with the Women in Motion Young Talents Award at Cannes in 2017.
Al Maria is best known for her work around her coined term of “Gulf Futurism”, exploring the impact of rapid modernisation in the Gulf region on architecture, urban planning,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
Tim Robbins, Michelle Pfieffer and Chloe Moretz have all signed on for the dysfunctional family comedy "Man Under" which Robbins will also direct.
Ann Cherkis penned the script about a family from Yonkers whose lives go haywire when New York City’s Museum of Modern Arts displays photographs of them as part of an exhibit, turning them into celebrities.
Alexandra Milchan, Scott Lambert and Aimee Peyronnet will produce.
Source: THR...
Ann Cherkis penned the script about a family from Yonkers whose lives go haywire when New York City’s Museum of Modern Arts displays photographs of them as part of an exhibit, turning them into celebrities.
Alexandra Milchan, Scott Lambert and Aimee Peyronnet will produce.
Source: THR...
- 11/8/2012
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Tim Robbins is going to direct and star in Man Under, a dark comedy which will also star Michelle Pfeiffer and Chloe Moretz. Based on a screenplay by Ann Cherkis, it is being produced by Alexandra Milchan through her company Emjag Productions, along with Scott Lambert of Film 360 and Aimee Peyronnet.
The movie is described as being in the vein of American Beauty and The Royal Tenenbaums. It is about a dysfunctional Yonkers, New York family whose lives are changed after a photo of them ends up in the Museum of Modern Art in
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The movie is described as being in the vein of American Beauty and The Royal Tenenbaums. It is about a dysfunctional Yonkers, New York family whose lives are changed after a photo of them ends up in the Museum of Modern Art in
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- 11/8/2012
- by Alex Ben Block
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Although his name was just attached to direct the upcoming City of Lies , Tim Robbins will first helm an indie drama called Man Under , Variety reports. Michelle Pfeiffer and Chloe Moretz will star alongside Robbins himself. The film, an original story from screenwriter Ann Cherkis, follows a family whose life is turned upside down when a photo of them is held on display in a gallery exhibit at the Musuem of Modern Art. Pfeiffer and Moretz appeared together as mother and daughter earlier this year in Tim Burton's Dark Shadows . Scott Lambert, Alexandra Milchan and Aimee Peyronnet are attached to produce. (Photo Credit: Ian Wilson / FayesVision / WENN.com)...
- 11/7/2012
- Comingsoon.net
We have a new TV spot as well as two new clips from Paramount Pictures' "The Lovely Bones," starring . Peter Jackson directs as well as writing the screenplay wuth Fran Walsh and Phillipa Boyens based on the novel written by Alice Sebold. Jackson produces with Walsh, Carolynne Cunningham and Aimée Peyronnet. The film sees theatres on December 11th in limited areas, expands on Christmas Day and sees nationwide release on January 15th. “The Lovely Bones” centers on a young girl who has been murdered and watches over her family – and her killer – from heaven. She must weigh her desire for vengeance against her desire for her family to heal. Oscar® nominee Mark Wahlberg and Oscar® winners Rachel Weisz and Susan Sarandon star along with Stanley Tucci, Michael Imperioli and Oscar® nominee Saoirse Ronan...
- 11/27/2009
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Peter Jackson's "The Lovely Bones" stars Mark Wahlberg, Rachel Weisz, Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci, Michael Imperioli and Saoirse Ronan. The poster below is the first so far for the Paramount Pictures film directed by Peter Jackson. Based on the Novel by Alice Sebold. Screenplay by Peter Jackson & Fran Walsh & Phillipa Boyen. Jackson and Walsh also produce alongside Carolynne Cunningham and Aimée Peyronnet. The remarkable-looking film sees theatres on December 11th this year.
- 10/9/2009
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Multiple Academy Award-winning director Peter Jackson returns to the helm for Paramount Pictures' "The Lovely Bones," starring Mark Wahlberg, Rachel Weisz, Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci, Michael Imperioli and Saoirse Ronan. Written By: Based on the Novel by Alice Sebold. Screenplay by Peter Jackson & Fran Walsh & Phillipa Boyens Produced By: Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Carolynne Cunningham and Aimée Peyronnet. Based on the critically acclaimed best-selling novel by Alice Sebold, and directed by Oscar® winner Peter Jackson from a screenplay by Jackson & Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens, “The Lovely Bones” centers on a young girl who has been murdered and watches over her family – and her killer – from heaven. She must weigh her desire for vengeance against her desire...
- 8/27/2009
- Upcoming-Movies.com
- #9. The Lovely Bones Director: Peter Jackson Writer(s): Jackson, Fran Walsh and Philippa BoyensProducers: Carolynne Cunningham (Crossing the Line), Jackson, Aimée Peyronnet (The Life Before Her Eyes), Walsh Distributor: Paramount Pictures. The Gist: Alice Sebold's best-selling novel is a heartbreaking tale narrated by a 14-year old girl -- after she has been raped and murdered. From heaven, she observes her shattered family's attempt to heal, as a detective tries to solve the case and as her killer moves along his demented path. Fact: Lynne Ramsay was originally attached to direct the film. Later on, Ryan Gosling was replaced by Wahlberg. Why is it on the list?: I'm extremely curious to see how a touchy concept might play out on the big screen. We are curious and optimistic that the film narration will make us teary eyed and are betting that this is Jackson's best since Heavenly Creatures.
- 7/9/2009
- IONCINEMA.com
- #62. The Life Before Her Eyes Director: Vadim PerelmanWriters: Emil Stern (The Tenderness) Producers: Marc Butan (We Own the Night), Anthony Katagas, Aimée Peyronnet (The Lovely Bones) and Perelman Distributor: Magnolia Pictures The Gist: Based on the best-selling novel by Laura Kasischke and written by Emil Stern, a suburban wife and mother (Thurman) begins to question her seemingly perfect life--and perhaps her sanity--on the 15th anniversary of a tragic high school shooting that took the life of her best friend. In flashbacks, Diana is a vibrant high schooler (Rachel Wood) who, with her shy best friend Maureen, plot typical teenage strategies-- Fact: This was quickly picked up at the Toronto film festival. See It: House of Sand and Fog was a quality directorial debut and I'm looking forward to watching Perelman's sophomore project. Release Date/Status?: Magnolia has set an April 18th date. ...
- 1/29/2008
- IONCINEMA.com
Emmy winner and current nominee Michael Imperioli has joined the all-star cast of Peter Jackson's adaptation of The Lovely Bones for DreamWorks.
The offed Sopranos actor joins Rachel Weisz, Ryan Gosling, Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci and newcomer Saoirse Ronan in the big-screen version of Alice Sebold's best-seller. The story centers on a young girl who is murdered but continues to observe her family on Earth after her death. She witnesses the impact of her demise on her loved ones, while her killer skillfully covers his tracks and prepares to murder again.
Imperioli will play Len Fenerman, the detective in charge of investigating the girl's death.
Jackson is directing the movie, whose script was written by Jackson, Philippa Boyens and Fran Walsh.
Carolynne Cunningham, Jackson, Walsh and Aimee Peyronnet are producing Bones, which begins filming in October in Pennsylvania and New Zealand. Executive producing will be Film 4's Tessa Ross alongside Ken Kamins and Jim Wilson.
Paramount Pictures is distributing.
Imperioli recently received his fifth Emmy nomination for his role on HBO's The Sopranos and won the statuette for supporting actor in a drama series in 2004.
The offed Sopranos actor joins Rachel Weisz, Ryan Gosling, Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci and newcomer Saoirse Ronan in the big-screen version of Alice Sebold's best-seller. The story centers on a young girl who is murdered but continues to observe her family on Earth after her death. She witnesses the impact of her demise on her loved ones, while her killer skillfully covers his tracks and prepares to murder again.
Imperioli will play Len Fenerman, the detective in charge of investigating the girl's death.
Jackson is directing the movie, whose script was written by Jackson, Philippa Boyens and Fran Walsh.
Carolynne Cunningham, Jackson, Walsh and Aimee Peyronnet are producing Bones, which begins filming in October in Pennsylvania and New Zealand. Executive producing will be Film 4's Tessa Ross alongside Ken Kamins and Jim Wilson.
Paramount Pictures is distributing.
Imperioli recently received his fifth Emmy nomination for his role on HBO's The Sopranos and won the statuette for supporting actor in a drama series in 2004.
Susan Sarandon is joining the cast of Peter Jackson's film adaptation of Alice Sebold's novel The Lovely Bones.
Sarandon will play the character of Grandma Lynn, the mother to the character played by Rachel Weisz. The cast also includes Ryan Gosling and newcomer Saoirse Ronan.
The film, a Dreamworks production in association with Film Four, tells the story of a girl who is murdered but then continues to observe her family after her death.
Jackson has co-written the screenplay with Philippa Boyens and Fran Walsh. Carolynne Cunningham, Jackson, Walsh, and Aimee Peyronnet will serve as producers. Executive producing will be Film 4's Tessa Ross, Ken Kamins and Jim Wilson.
The project is scheduled to begin filming in October in Pennsylvania and New Zealand, and will be distributed worldwide by Paramount Pictures.
A five time Oscar nominee, Sarandon won an Academy Award for 1995's Dead Man Walking. Her credits also include Stepmom, Thelma & Louise, Bull Durham, The Witches of Eastwick, and Atlantic City.
The actress' upcoming films include Mr. Woodcock, In the Valley of Elah, and Enchanted.
Sarandon will play the character of Grandma Lynn, the mother to the character played by Rachel Weisz. The cast also includes Ryan Gosling and newcomer Saoirse Ronan.
The film, a Dreamworks production in association with Film Four, tells the story of a girl who is murdered but then continues to observe her family after her death.
Jackson has co-written the screenplay with Philippa Boyens and Fran Walsh. Carolynne Cunningham, Jackson, Walsh, and Aimee Peyronnet will serve as producers. Executive producing will be Film 4's Tessa Ross, Ken Kamins and Jim Wilson.
The project is scheduled to begin filming in October in Pennsylvania and New Zealand, and will be distributed worldwide by Paramount Pictures.
A five time Oscar nominee, Sarandon won an Academy Award for 1995's Dead Man Walking. Her credits also include Stepmom, Thelma & Louise, Bull Durham, The Witches of Eastwick, and Atlantic City.
The actress' upcoming films include Mr. Woodcock, In the Valley of Elah, and Enchanted.
- 7/27/2007
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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