Simu Liu, known for his roles in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, has joined the cast of the sci-fi survival thriller Homewrecker. The film, which features Allison Williams and Michelle Randolph, will begin production in Paris, France, on July 15, according to reports from Deadline.
Who is involved in the production of Homewrecker?
The project is backed by a team of experienced producers, including Denise Di Novi, known for Little Women, and Margaret French Isaac, who worked on The Fan. Oliver Scherick is also producing for Di Novi Pictures. Parallel 42 Entertainment is represented by producers John Zois, recognized for the Greenland franchise, and Warren Goz, who produced The Marksman. The film is directed by Xavier Gens, who recently directed the Netflix shark thriller Under Paris. French actress Anaïs Parello, who collaborated with Gens on Under Paris, has also been confirmed as a cast member.
The production team has explicitly compared the spirit of Homewrecker to the Paramount sci-fi horror film 10 Cloverfield Lane, suggesting a focus on high-tension, contained survival narratives.
What is the premise of the film?
The screenplay, written by Elisa Bell and Travis Gordon, centers on three Americans who experience a “heart-breaking domestic revelation,” according to the official synopsis. The characters are forced to cooperate to survive a global event that threatens the destruction of life. While specific details of the “unexplained global event” remain under wraps, the narrative structure points toward a character-driven survival story.
How is the project being financed and distributed?
North.five.six. is providing full financing for the film and is currently managing worldwide distribution rights. Domestic rights for the project are being co-represented by north.five.six., CAA Media Finance, and UTA Independent Film Group. Executive producers for the project include Michael Rothstein and Samuel Hall for north.five.six., alongside Allison Williams, Michelle Randolph, and Zach Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does filming for Homewrecker begin?
Filming is scheduled to commence in Paris, France, on July 15, following the Bastille Day holiday.
Who wrote the screenplay for Homewrecker?
The original screenplay was written by Elisa Bell and Travis Gordon.
Which actors have been confirmed for the cast?
The confirmed cast includes Simu Liu, Allison Williams, Michelle Randolph, and Anaïs Parello.
What is the genre of Homewrecker?
The film is categorized as a sci-fi survival thriller.
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