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Isabelle Huppert to Star in Yann Demange's London Crime Drama 'Lineage'

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Isabelle Huppert will star in her first British film, the crime drama 'Lineage', directed by Yann Demange. The film, set in contemporary multicultural London, will launch international sales at the Cannes Marché du Film this year, with principal photography scheduled to begin in London in August.

Facts First

  • Isabelle Huppert stars in her first British film, a crime drama titled 'Lineage'.
  • Directed by Yann Demange, whose previous works include 'Top Boy' and '71'.
  • Set in contemporary multicultural London, the plot follows a man rebuilding his life after prison.
  • International sales launch at the Marché du Film during this year's Cannes Film Festival.
  • Principal photography begins in London in early August.

What Happened

Isabelle Huppert is set to star in the British crime drama 'Lineage', marking her first role in a British film. The film is directed by Yann Demange, known for 'Top Boy' and '71'. The cast also includes Dali Benssalah, Adam Bessa, and recording artist Raye. The screenplay was written by Enda Walsh, who wrote 'Hunger', based on a story created by Demange. The project was developed by Demange and Walsh over the past two years.

Why this Matters to You

If you are a fan of international cinema, you may have a compelling new film to anticipate, featuring a renowned French actress in a gritty London setting. The film's launch at Cannes could bring it to international distributors, potentially making it available in your local cinema or on streaming platforms in the future.

What's Next

The film 'Lineage' is scheduled to launch international sales at the Marché du Film during this year's Cannes Film Festival. CAA Media Finance is representing the U.S. rights. Principal photography is scheduled to begin in London in early August.

Perspectives

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The Filmmaker views the project as a deeply personal 'love letter' to his upbringing in London that utilizes familiar character archetypes to explore themes of family complexity and personal transcendence.
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The Producers champion the film as a piece of 'bold, filmmaker-driven cinema' that combines high artistic ambition with significant global commercial potential.