Actors Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Green, and Maria Pedraza will appear in the forthcoming suspenseful film titled “Just Pretend to be Dead.
The movie is being helmed by Gary Fleder, known for “Homefront,” “Runaway Jury,” and “Things to Do in Denver When You’re Dead,”, and penned by Dan Gordon, who has previously worked on “Rambo: Last Blood” and “The Hurricane”.
Highland Film Group are handling international sales rights and launching the film in Cannes.
Just Play Dead”: A Deadly Dance Between Love, Lies, and Money
In the thrilling storyline of “Just Play Dead”, the cunning and affluent criminal mastermind Jack Wolfe (Jackson) finds himself trapped by the law. His escape plan involves staging his own demise to collect a $30 million life insurance payout, all while accusing his lover, Chad, the surfing enthusiast, of his murder. Meanwhile, Nora (Green), his supposedly grieving wife, has her own sinister scheme brewing – she intends to actually kill Jack, pin the crime on Chad, and pocket the fortune for herself.
As truths begin to surface, both Nora and Jack engage in a dangerous game of wits, each trying to outmaneuver the other. The story culminates with one intriguing question: who will emerge victorious from this tangled web of deceit and danger?
The movie is a collaborative effort primarily led by Phil Hunt from Head Gear Films (known for “Talk to Me” and “Tar”), who’s joined by Valentin Dimitrov of Gemstone Films (responsible for “The Hitman’s Bodyguard”), Sagiv Diamant, Moshe Diamant, and Gaby Whyte Hart. Gaby Whyte Hart also takes on the role of casting director. “Just Play Dead” is overseen by Arianne Fraser and Delphine Perrier from Highland Film Group in executive production.
Fleder expressed his fascination for stories that transcend traditional boundaries and keep viewers guessing, stating, “Just Play Dead,” penned by the gifted Dan Gordon and featuring Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green, offers me a chance to revisit that same complex, unconventional realm. This movie is bold, sensual, and unique, offering an intriguing blend of clever plotting and unexpected turns.
Highland Film Group shares the financing for the movie and manages its distribution worldwide, while CAA Media Finance looks after the domestic rights. The production is scheduled to start this autumn on the Canary Islands.
As a movie lover, it’s a privilege to collaborate with talents like Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green. Eva Green promises an enchanting portrayal of the cunning and seductive queen consort to Samuel L. Jackson’s formidable kingpin in this gripping thriller,” expressed Highland Film Group CEO Fraser. “Dan Gordon has masterfully woven a web of lies, deceit, and betrayal, and Gary Fleder is the perfect choice to bring this intriguing and suspenseful story to the big screen,” added Highland Film Group COO Delphine Perrier, indicating that interest in the project is growing globally.
At Gemstone Films, we’re thrilled about teaming up Samuel L. Jackson, a true legend, with the mesmerizing Eva Green for ‘Just Play Dead’. With Dan Gordon providing the spark and Gary Fleder steering the ship, we have a taut script and are building an exhilarating journey brimming with unexpected turns and powerful acting – we can hardly wait to see it unfold on screen.
Jackson is represented by Anonymous Content, CAA, Jackoway Austin Tyerman, and ID; Green is managed by Chalcot Square; Pedraza is handled by Independent Talent Group.
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