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Nantucket Bartender's Life Unravels
8 May
Summary
- Claire Keating's world shifts as her mother falls ill.
- The film is written and directed by Julia Cox.
- Production begins September 2026 with international sales at Cannes.
A month in the life of Claire Keating, a bartender on Nantucket, forms the core of the upcoming film "A Woman in the Sun." Claire's life takes a dramatic turn when her mother becomes ill and her daughter moves back home, forcing her to confront her past and future.
The film is written and directed by WGA Award nominee Julia Cox, known for her work on "Nyad." Black Bear and Artists Equity are co-financing the project, with Black Bear distributing in North America and the UK, and Elevation Pictures handling Canada.
Producing credits go to Renée Zellweger, Carmella Casinelli, and Kim Roth. Production is scheduled to start in September 2026, and the film will be presented to international buyers at Cannes. Artists Equity CEO Ben Affleck praised Cox's directorial talent and the film's exploration of complex family dynamics.
Julia Cox's prior writing credits include the WGA Award-nominated "Nyad" and the upcoming "Love of Your Life." Cox, Zellweger, and actors Sissy Spacek and Mia Threapleton are represented by various agencies, including CAA and UTA.
