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Jason Statham and director Baltasar Kormákur are teaming up for an electrifying new action-thriller. Black Bear is set to unveil the project at this week's Cannes market, and you won't want to miss it.
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In this yet-to-be-named film, Statham will portray Mason, a man living in solitude on a remote Scottish island. When he rescues a young girl from the treacherous ocean during a fierce storm, his quiet existence is shattered by a violent assault on his sanctuary. This sets him on a path to confront the demons of his past.
Principal photography is slated to kick off in November in the UK and Iceland, with filming to take place at Kormákur's RVK Studios in Reykjavik. The screenplay is penned by Ward Parry.
Producing this thrilling venture are Statham himself through Punch Palace Productions, Kormákur via RVK Studios, John Friedberg from Black Bear, and Jon Berg and Greg Silverman from Stampede Ventures. Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler will serve as executive producers for Black Bear.
Black Bear is presenting the film to potential buyers at Cannes this week, alongside Range Select, and will also co-represent the U.S. rights.
Statham, a stalwart of action cinema, is fresh off the success of "The Beekeeper," directed by David Ayer, which raked in $150M at the box office. He's currently collaborating with Ayer on "Levon's Trade" and is gearing up for "Mutiny" with Jean-Francois Richet.
Meanwhile, Kormákur, known for his riveting films like "2 Guns" and "Everest," is ready to deliver yet another adrenaline-fueled adventure.
Get ready for an edge-of-your-seat experience as Statham and Kormákur join forces to create cinematic magic. Are you excited for what's to come? Stay tuned for more updates!