As a dedicated enthusiast, I find myself in awe of the multifaceted talent that is Kornél Mundruczó, a Cannes laureate who masterfully manages numerous prestigious endeavors scattered across various continents.
Here are three films: “Place to Be,” currently being filmed in Australia with Ellen Burstyn as the star; “At the Sea,” featuring Amy Adams and is now in post-production; and a new version of “The Elephant Man” adaptation, which will reimagine the Victorian classic as a vibrant summer tale.
The filmmaker from Hungary, who received the Fipresci award at Cannes for “Delta” and the Un Certain Regard prize at Cannes for “White God,” and has since garnered more attention with the Venice-winning and Oscar-nominated Netflix production “Pieces of a Woman,” is undoubtedly expanding his creative repertoire.
According to Mundruczó, the film “Place to Be” stemmed from his longing to collaborate once more with Ellen Burstyn, following their powerful partnership during the production of “Pieces of a Woman.
Mundruczó expresses his deep admiration for her, praising both her career accomplishments and her bravery. He recounts their conversation where she mentioned she hadn’t delved much into romance before. This idea stuck with him, leading to the inspiration for writing a film tailored specifically for her.
As a movie enthusiast, I recently had the pleasure of watching a captivating film penned by Kata Wéber, a regular collaborator of director Mundruczó and a multiple award-winning screenwriter. This intriguing tale follows my journey from Chicago to New York over a weekend, where I cross paths with Taika Waititi’s character – a man grappling with a midlife crisis. Simultaneously, I navigate the complexities of my own family dynamics. It’s a compelling narrative that explores the human condition in a profound and relatable way.
The director characterizes the story as a voyage that developed from its original idea: “It morphed into a journey when the protagonist spends a weekend traveling from Chicago to New York and encounters a middle-aged man grappling with a midlife crisis, portrayed by Taika Waititi.
Murray Bartlett, who plays Ron, Pamela Anderson’s unfortunate sibling, is lauded by the director for his exceptional acting abilities. “Murray is a versatile performer,” Mundruczó comments. “I admire his comedic talents, undeniably, but he also demonstrates great depth as a dramatic actor.” He continues, “At his age range, there are not many who possess the complex and multifaceted talent that Murray has.
If “Place to Be” was inspired by Burstyn, “At the Sea” came about because of Adams.
Amy Adams is honored in this production. Known for her exceptional acting skills, it’s been some time since we’ve seen her in such a dramatic role,” Mundruczó remarks. “The film’s message is quite straightforward: it explores the potential for reconnecting with family after making significant mistakes in life.” In addition to Adams, Bartlett portrays her husband, while Chloe East takes on the role of their daughter.
Besides “Where I Belong” and “Seaside,” Mundruczó gives insights into his upcoming project, “Kamo’s Revolution,” scheduled for filming in the coming year.
He clarifies, “The movie will be in Georgian, not English, which is significant to me. Given my background from a former Soviet nation, I spent fifteen years of my childhood during the communist era, so I have a strong connection to that period.
The movie delves into the relationship between a youthful Stalin and his comrade-in-revolution, referred to as Kamo.
Mundruczó found this extraordinary bond between Stalin and his companion Kamo incredibly captivating,” he explains. “In a way, it’s like a mafia story where loyalty and friendship are paramount. I’m a big fan of gangster movies, and although I haven’t directed one yet, I think this could be an exciting new direction or chapter for me.
The director hints at a potential reemergence of his earlier-announced “Elephant Man” adaptation, first mentioned back in 2019.
He shared that the project will resume, which he finds surprising. He also describes it as having an element of romance. Originally, Mundruczó intended to make the movie with Adam Pearson and Margaret Qualley. At that time, Qualley wasn’t well-known yet, but Mundruczó admired her talent deeply, and they were set to star in the film. However, the financing didn’t come together back then because authenticity was not a priority at that point, whereas now it is crucial.
Mundruczó’s vision for “The Elephant Man” differs significantly from David Lynch’s classic.
He describes our approach as being quite distinct from the Lynch film, which is gloomy, set in Victorian times, and shot in black and white. Instead, ours is a vibrant summer tale filled with cherries and cherry blossoms. Imagery of cherry trees will be abundant throughout the production, creating a visual narrative that’s more about celebrating life and diversity.
The movie titled “Place to Be” is created by Jomon Thomas, Megan Wynn, and four-time Oscar nominee Alexander Rodnyansky. The executive producers for this film are Natalya Pavchinskaya, Stuart Manashil, Pankaj Mamtora, Kanesh Mohana Sundaram, Ashley Levinson, Sam Levinson, Viktoria Petranyi, David Edelstein, and the late Kevin Turen. WME Independent manages international sales for this film. The production is financed by S’YA Concept, with additional support from the NSW Government through their Screen NSW fund.
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2025-04-03 18:48