Exploring Dublin's Jewish Community: Lenny Abrahamson's New Film with Tom Burke and Eve Hewson
Director Lenny Abrahamson is set to start filming his next project with Element Pictures, casting Tom Burke and Eve Hewson in the lead roles. The upcoming film is set in Dublin's Jewish community in the late 1970s, focusing on 12-year-old Davey as he navigates the challenges of adolescence and his parents' changing relationship. Production is scheduled to begin in Dublin on March 2, with familiar collaborators from Abrahamson's previous works on board.
The film, which is described as a "lyrical and emotionally resonant portrait," will feature a talented cast and crew, including newcomer Sean Meagher as Davey. The project is a collaboration between Element Pictures, Film4, High Frequency Entertainment, Screen Ireland, and RTÉ, with A24 handling US distribution and Elevation Pictures as the Canadian distributor. International sales will be managed by FilmNation Entertainment.
Tom Burke, known for his roles in "Black Bag" and "The Souvenir," will star alongside Eve Hewson, whose recent credits include "Flora and Son" and popular TV series like "The Perfect Couple" and "Bad Sisters." Both actors are represented by top agencies in the industry and have a promising lineup of projects ahead.
With a talented team behind the camera and a compelling storyline set in a unique historical context, Abrahamson's upcoming film promises to be a captivating and thought-provoking cinematic experience. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project.