Star-studded cast revealed for Romain Gavras's new film 'Sacrifice'
The forthcoming film Sacrifice has unveiled its principal cast, boasting big names such as Chris Evans, Anya Taylor-Joy, Salma Hayek Pinault, and Brendan Fraser. The movie is a joint venture between co-writers Romain Gavras and Will Arbery, with Gavras also helming the directorial responsibilities. Notably, Gavras's previous critically acclaimed work Athena, debuted at the Venice Film Festival and was later picked up by Netflix.
'Sacrifice' expected to resonate with Gavras's signature style
Sacrifice is anticipated to mirror the intense and dynamic turmoil that marked Gavras's Athena, reported Deadline. The film is reportedly inclined toward satire, with a script so compelling it secured the commitment of its high-profile cast within just four days of circulation. The casting process continues, with additional actors expected to join the ensemble soon. CAA Media Finance and Rocket Science are managing worldwide sales for the project.
'Sacrifice' plot and character details unveiled
Sacrifice will revolve around a high-end charity gala disrupted by a militant group on a spiritual quest to fulfill a prophecy. Taylor-Joy's character, the zealous antagonist, chooses Evans's character - a movie star - along with two others, as sacrificial offerings. Taylor-Joy is also set to appear at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of George Miller's Furiosa, while Evans is known for his roles in Captain America, Knives Out, and Red One.
Production details and filming schedule for 'Sacrifice'
Iconoclast and Robert Walak, president of Iconoclast's Film and TV division, will produce Sacrifice, in collaboration with Gavras. Both Taylor-Joy and Evans are also part of the production team, with Arbery serving as executive producer. The filming is slated to kick off in September. Fraser recently won an Oscar for his performance in The Whale, while Hayek Pinault is scheduled to appear in Angelina Jolie's Without Blood.
Gavras to incorporate Greek mythology into 'Sacrifice'
Gavras, the son of renowned filmmaker Costa Gavras, has integrated elements of Greek mythology into the storyline of Sacrifice, as a nod to his cultural heritage. Arbery, the co-writer of Sacrifice, is an award-winning playwright and screenwriter known for his work on Succession and his play Heroes of the Fourth Turning.
