BotswanaO'Connell, A'zion to Lead Film
Jack O'Connell and Odessa A'zion have joined Ross White and Tom Berkeley's The End of the World as We Know It from Studiocanal and Working Title. The film marks the feature debut of the Oscar and BAFTA winning directors.
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Jack O'Connell and Odessa A'zion will star in The End of the World as We Know It, a film about two star-crossed loners on a pilgrimage to prove the earth is flat.
The film is set to enter production in Canada in November, with Ross White and Tom Berkeley directing. The duo won the Oscar for best live-action short and BAFTA for best short in 2023 for An Irish Goodbye.
Studiocanal is fully financing the film, while Film4 will co-finance and executive produce. The film will be released theatrically in several territories, including the UK, France, and Australia.
O'Connell's upcoming films include A Quiet Place Part III and Godzilla x Kong: Supernova. A'zion is starring in the HBO series I Love LA and has upcoming films including Closing Night and Fonda.
The film's production team includes Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner for Working Title and Olivier Kaempfer for Parkville Pictures. Executive producers include Anna Marsh, Ron Halpern, and Joe Naftalin for Studiocanal.
The film is based on a story that the directors say spoke profoundly to the search for meaning, belonging, and love in an increasingly disparate world. The directors feel lucky to have O'Connell and A'zion on board.
Casting director Lauren Evans received the inaugural BAFTA Cymru outstanding contribution to craft award. The film's release date has not been announced.
Key facts
- Jack O'Connell and Odessa A'zion will star in The End of the World as We Know It
- The film is about two star-crossed loners on a pilgrimage to prove the earth is flat
- Production will begin in Canada in November
- Studiocanal is fully financing the film
Three perspectives
Neutral
The film's release is expected to generate interest due to the involvement of O'Connell and A'zion. The story's themes of meaning and belonging may resonate with audiences. Further details about the film's release will be announced in the coming months.
Positive
The film's unique premise and talented cast may make it a standout in the upcoming release schedule. The directors' previous success with An Irish Goodbye suggests they may bring a high level of quality to the project.
Negative
The film's focus on flat-earthers may be seen as controversial or off-putting to some viewers. The story's themes may not appeal to all audiences, and the film's success will depend on its execution and marketing.
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