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Penn to Direct Cooper in Jan. 6 Film
16 Jun
Summary
- Sean Penn will write and direct Bradley Cooper in a new film.
- The movie is set against the backdrop of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
- An unexpected friendship is central to the film's narrative.
Sean Penn is slated to write and direct Bradley Cooper in an upcoming film, with production targeted to begin in mid-2027. While the project is set against the backdrop of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, it will not directly depict the events of that day in Washington D.C.
Instead, the untitled drama will explore an unexpected friendship that emerges between characters amidst the U.S. Capitol riot. Warner Bros. is reportedly in talks to acquire the film, with Penn producing under his Projected Picture Works banner.
Penn, an acclaimed actor and director, recently received his third Oscar for his supporting role in a film produced by Warner Bros. He has spoken about his discomfort with awards shows, preferring to focus on his creative work.
