Exclusive: Deadline has learned that A24 has acquired the U.S. lead on Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming film. gayStarring Daniel Craig. Ever since I saw early footage of this film a year ago in Italy, A24 has always been seen as the go-to destination for filmmakers because of the distributor’s knack for daring action, and that’s what sets this adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ novel apart, as Craig breaks the mold, just as he did with 007. gay The film began showing to distributors via CAA Media Finance in late June, and then we heard that A24 was in talks to acquire the film. There were other interested parties. A24 closed the deal. All of this points to a theatrical release.
gay The film will have its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, its North American premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, and its screening at the New York International Film Festival Spotlight Gala.
Guadagnino is back with United Writer Justin Kuritzkes, was shot immediately. gay In Cinecittà after Zendaya’s film that recreates the colorful Mexico in the heart of the legendary studio in Rome, Italy. United I threw call me by your name The Oscar-nominated director’s erotic tennis romantic drama was a box office hit in late April, opening at No. 1 ($15 million domestically), and eventually grossed over $94 million worldwide.
The film also stars Drew Starkey, Academy Award nominee Lesley Manville, Jason Schwartzman, Andra Ursuta, Michael Borremenz, and David Lowery.
About the picture: It takes place in Mexico City in the 1950s. gay The film revolves around William Lee, an American immigrant in his late forties, who lives a secluded life in a small American community. However, the arrival of Eugene Allerton, a young student, in the town motivates William to form a meaningful relationship with someone.
gay The film was produced by Fremantle, Fremantle North America, Lorenzo Meli for The Apartment, a subsidiary of Fremantle Group, and Luca Guadagnino for Frenesy Film, in association with Cinecitta and Frame by Frame. Fremantle Group financed the film.
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