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Mackenzie's New Thriller: A Mysterious Pacific Northwest Tale
12 Nov
Summary
- David Mackenzie directs a new psychological thriller set in the Pacific Northwest.
- Riley Prior stars as a young woman confronting her past in Portland.
- The film features a cast including Zazie Beetz and Marin Ireland.
Director David Mackenzie, acclaimed for the four-time Oscar-nominated western 'Hell or High Water,' has finished principal photography on his latest project, a psychological thriller currently identified as 'untitled Oregon project.' Filmed in the Pacific Northwest, the movie centers on a young woman, portrayed by Riley Prior, who grew up in seclusion near Portland, Oregon.
Prior's character ventures into Portland for the first time, seeking to unravel perplexing mysteries from her background. The film also boasts a notable supporting cast, including Primetime Emmy nominee Zazie Beetz and Critics Choice nominee Marin Ireland, who previously collaborated with Mackenzie on 'Hell or High Water.' Ewan Morrison penned the script, with Mackenzie and Kyle Eaton producing.
Mackenzie's directorial work spans various genres, with previous films like 'Fuze,' 'Relay,' and 'The Outlaw King.' His 2003 film 'Young Adam' also garnered attention. The critically successful 'Hell or High Water' premiered at Cannes and earned multiple Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.
Zazie Beetz is recognized for her role in the blockbuster 'The Joker' and her Emmy-nominated performance on FX's 'Atlanta.' Marin Ireland's extensive credits include 'The Umbrella Academy' and a recent Critics Choice nomination for her television work.
