2067
The first photo has been released from the Australian sci-fi thriller “2067” starring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Ryan Kwanten, Leeanna Walsman, Deborah Mailman and Aaron Glenane.
The takes place in a world plagued by a disease after climate change has forced the adoption of artificial oxygen, and follows one man’s journey to save out dying world. [Source: Reddit]
The Owners
RLJE Films has secured North American distribution rights to the 1990s-set thriller “The Owners” starring Maisie Williams (“Game Of Thrones”) and based on the graphic novel from artist Herrmann and writer Yves H.
The story follows a group of friends attempting to rob an empty house with a safe full of cash. But when the elderly couple that lives there comes home early, the tables are suddenly turned. Julius Berg directed and co-wrote the film alongside Matthieu Gompel and the film is aiming for a theatrical and digital release this Fall. [Source: Deadline]
Penny Dreadful: City of Angels
Showtime has released the series premiere of new ten-episode drama series “Penny Dreadful: City of Angels” early for free online via YouTube and SHO.com. The early debut comes ahead of the show’s April 26th network premiere.
Nathan Lane, Natalie Dormer, Daniel Zovatto, Kerry Bishe, Rory Kinnear, Adriana Barraza, Michael Gladis, Jessica Garza and Johnathan Nieves star in the follow-up to “Penny Dreadful” which is set in 1938 Los Angeles. When a grisly murder shocks the city, Detective Tiago Vega (Zovatto) and his partner Lewis Michener (Lane) become embroiled in an epic story that reflects the rich history of Los Angeles. [Source: Showtime]
Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures has announced “Paramount Presents,” a new label for library titles remastered from a 4K film transfer and to be released both on home video and in limited theatrical runs. The first titles will be “Fatal Attraction,” “To Catch a Thief” and “King Creole” with the likes of “Gladiator,” “Braveheart,” “Urban Cowboy,” and “Flashdance” joining them. [Source: Paramount]
Chess
Paramount Pictures has set Steve Conrad (“Wonder,” “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty”) to pen a film about the Adewumi family, who fled Nigeria after being threatened by Boko Haram. Trevor Noah, George Tillman Jr. and Bob Teitel will produce.
The story follows a Nigerian family that escaped terrorism in their home country, sought and received asylum in America, and – against all odds – found a welcoming new home in New York. Their 8-year-old son, Tani, won the 2019 New York State chess championship despite only being introduced to the game two years prior. [Source: Variety]
