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Famed Artist's Legacy Faked in New Heist Film
20 Apr
Summary
- Elderly artist's unfinished works are completed and sold as his own.
- James Corden and Jessica Gunning play the failed children.
- Collaboration between writer Ed Solomon and director Steven Soderbergh.
The film "The Christophers" centers on an art world caper where an artist's unfinished paintings are completed and passed off as lost works by a famous painter. Directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Ed Solomon, the movie stars Ian McKellan and Michaela Coel. James Corden and Jessica Gunning play the failed children of the acclaimed artist, Julian Sklar.
This project marks a significant achievement in the decade-long creative partnership between Solomon and Soderbergh, beginning with their ambitious interactive film "Mosaic." That earlier work, initiated over ten years ago, allowed users to influence the narrative, pushing new boundaries in filmmaking technology and storytelling.
Solomon developed "The Christophers" script with McKellan and Coel in mind, culminating in a powerful rehearsal process at McKellan's home. The film delves into themes of artistic purity versus commercial corruption, reflecting Solomon's personal experiences with mentors in creative fields.
