The Shrouds
Directed byDavid Cronenberg
Screenplay byDavid Cronenberg
Produced by
  • Saïd Ben Saïd
  • Martin Katz
Starring
CinematographyDouglas Koch
Edited byChristopher Donaldson
Music byHoward Shore
Production
companies
  • Prospero Pictures
  • SBS International
CountriesFrance
Canada
LanguageEnglish

The Shrouds is an upcoming film from David Cronenberg. It features a cast including Diane Kruger, Vincent Cassel and Guy Pearce.

Premise

Described as Cronenberg's "most personal film", Cassel plays Karsh, a grieving widower, who builds an innovative device to help people connect with the dead.[1]

Cast

Production

The concept was originally set as a Netflix series, with Cronenberg writing two episodes before the streamer canceled plans.[2] Cronenberg has said that the film is very "personal" and "autobiographical".[3][1]

Saïd Ben Saïd and Martin Katz producing for Prospero Pictures and SBS International alongside co-producer Steve Solomos. The cinematographer Douglas Koch works alongside art director Jason Clarke and production designer Carol Spier.[4]

Casting

The project was first announced in May 2022, with Vincent Cassel attached to play the lead role.[5] In September 2022, Léa Seydoux joined the cast.[6] In April 2023, Diane Kruger replaced Lea Seydoux, and Guy Pearce joined the cast.[7] That month, Sandrine Holt also joined the cast.[8]

Filming

Principal photography began on May 8, 2023, in Toronto, Canada.[9] Filming wrapped on June 19, 2023.[10]

References

  1. ^ a b Bałaga, Marta (October 3, 2023). "Diane Kruger Looks Back on 'Circus' of 'Troy,' 'Incredibly Kind' Brad Pitt, Teases Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds': 'It Might Be His Most Personal Film'". Variety. Retrieved October 3, 2023.
  2. ^ Bergeson, Samantha (February 17, 2023). "Vincent Cassel Had 'No Idea How to Play' His Character in New David Cronenberg Film". Indiewire. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
  3. ^ Ntim, Zac (September 21, 2022). "David Cronenberg Talks "Autobiographical" Next Project And Shooting 'Crimes Of The Future' Scenes On An IPhone – San Sebastian". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 21, 2022.
  4. ^ Hodges, Jake (July 10, 2023). "David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds': Cast, Plot, and Everything We Know So Far". Collider. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  5. ^ Lang, Brent; Keslassy, Elsa (May 11, 2022). "Vincent Cassel Starring in David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds,' FilmNation and CAA Launching Sales in Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved May 11, 2022.
  6. ^ Tabbara, Mona (September 21, 2022). "Lea Seydoux to join cast of David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds'". Screen Daily. Retrieved September 21, 2022.
  7. ^ Katz, David (3 April 2023). "David Cronenberg taps Vincent Cassel and Diane Kruger for The Shrouds". Cineuropa.org. Retrieved 12 December 2023.
  8. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 18, 2023). "David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds' Adds Sandrine Holt". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 18, 2023.
  9. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (March 30, 2023). "David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds', With Vincent Cassel, Diane Kruger & Guy Pearce, To Begin Filming In May". Deadline. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
  10. ^ Squires, Ryan Louis (June 20, 2023). "John Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds' – Filming Has Wrapped on Cronenberg's Latest Twisted Vision". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved June 20, 2023.

External links

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