The Rivals of Amziah King is an upcoming British crime thriller film written and directed by Andrew Patterson and produced by Black Bear Pictures and Heyday Films.
| The Rivals of Amziah King | |
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| Directed by | Andrew Patterson |
| Written by | Andrew Patterson |
| Produced by |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | M.I. Littin-Menz |
| Edited by | Patrick J. Smith |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
Synopsis
editKateri's life takes a tragic turn as she loses her mother and leaves foster care. Reuniting with her former foster parent, Amziah, changes everything. He becomes her mentor, revealing hidden skills. When a devastating situation arises, Kateri relies on her newfound strength to seek justice.
Cast
edit- Matthew McConaughey as Amziah King[2]
- Kurt Russell[3][4]
- Cole Sprouse[5]
- Owen Teague[5]
- Scott Shepherd[5]
- Rob Morgan[5]
- Tony Revolori[5]
- Jake Horowitz[5]
- Angelina LookingGlass as Kateri[5]
- Catherine Dyer as Mrs. McCurdy
- Jason Davis as Winton
- Sandra Ellis Lafferty as Brenda
- Harris Stone as Ross Crown
- Bruce Davis as Sunderland
- Derrick Goodman Jr. as Potluck Dinner Attendee
- Sharon Blackwood as Juanita
- Chip Carriere as Wenyon Amos Stone
- Jake Horowitz
- Tony Mareno as OSBI Agent
Production
editAndrew Patterson is set to write and direct with funding from Black Bear Pictures and production from Heyday Films. Producers are David Heyman, Teddy Schwarzman, Michael Heimler, Jeffrey Clifford, Will Greenfield and Patterson. [6]
In July 2023, it was reported that Kurt Russell was cast in the film.[7][8] The cast also includes Rob Morgan, Scott Shepherd, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague, Tony Revolori, Jake Horowitz and Angelina LookingGlass.[9]
Filming occurred in Alabama during the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike in which SAG-AFTRA granted the filmmakers an interim agreement to allow principal photography to occur during the strike.[10]
In August 2023, it was announced that filming wrapped in Alabama.[11][12]
References
edit- ^ Rubin, Rebecca (May 8, 2023). "Matthew McConaughey to Star in Crime Thriller 'Rivals of Amziah King'". Variety. Retrieved May 9, 2023.
- ^ Lane, Keith (May 19, 2023). "Matthew McConaughey thriller to film in Alabama". WPMI-TV. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Sapp, Savannah (July 20, 2023). "Kurt Russell spotted filming on a rural road in Albertville". WAFF (TV). Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Garrison, Greg (July 26, 2023). "Kurt Russell makes movie magic in Mulga, the town that time forgot". Al.com. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g Grobar, Matt (June 11, 2024). "Kurt Russell, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague & Five More Join Matthew McConaughey In Black Bear Thriller 'The Rivals Of Amziah King'". Deadline.
- ^ Tartaglione, Nancy (May 8, 2023). "Matthew McConaughey To Star In 'The Rivals Of Amziah King' From 'Vast Of Night' Filmmaker Andrew Patterson – Cannes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 9, 2023.
- ^ Bailey, Mary (July 21, 2023). "Kurt Russell makes acting appearance in county". The Sand Mountain Reporter. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Specker, Lawrence (July 20, 2023). "Kurt Russell tears up Alabama dirt road as Matthew McConaughey movie films". The Dothan Eagle. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (June 11, 2024). "Kurt Russell, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague & Five More Join Matthew McConaughey In Black Bear Thriller 'The Rivals Of Amziah King'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 11, 2024.
- ^ Flanagan, Ben (July 18, 2023). "Matthew McConaughey movie still shooting in Alabama despite Hollywood strikes: Here's why". Al.com. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Rajput, Priyanca (August 7, 2023). "Matthew McConaughey's The Rivals of Amziah King wraps production in Alabama". KFTV.com. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Flanagan, Ben (August 3, 2023). "Matthew McConaughey movie wraps production in Alabama". Al.com. Retrieved October 17, 2023.