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Garner Joins Theron in Culinary Thriller 'Tyrant'
28 Jan
Summary
- Julia Garner to co-star with Charlize Theron.
- Film 'Tyrant' is set in NYC's high-end culinary world.
- Project has attracted significant industry interest.
Julia Garner is set to star alongside Charlize Theron in the Amazon MGM Studios film 'Tyrant.' David Weil is writing and directing the project, which is scheduled to begin filming later this year. The Picture Company's Alex Heineman and Andrew Rona are producing.
Theron is also producing through her Secret Menu banner. Amazon and The Picture Company secured the film's script in August following a competitive bidding process. The project was fast-tracked once Theron expressed interest and officially joined late last year.
While specific plot details are limited, 'Tyrant' is described as having elements reminiscent of 'Wall Street' and 'Whiplash.' The story is set against the backdrop of New York City's high-end culinary world and is based on a story by Weil and Cody Behan.
