Fassbender in Talks for Corbet's X-Rated 70s Thriller

Michael Fassbender is in negotiations to join director Brady Corbet's next feature film, speculated to be titled 'The Origin of the World.' This upcoming project is Corbet's follow-up to his critically lauded 2024 film, 'The Brutalist.'

While details remain scarce, Corbet has described the film as an X-rated production primarily set in the 1970s, though its narrative scope extends from the 19th century through to the present day. Reports suggest the film will employ rare eight-perf 65mm cameras for its production.

Selena Gomez has also been rumored to be attached to the project. Fassbender, a decorated actor with multiple Oscar and BAFTA nominations, is currently promoting his film 'Hope' at Cannes. He recently appeared in 'Black Bag' and 'Kneecap,' alongside the Paramount+ series 'The Agency: Central Intelligence.'

This would mark Corbet's fourth directorial effort, following 'The Childhood of a Leader,' 'Vox Lux,' and 'The Brutalist.' He also produced 'The Testament of Ann Lee,' directed by Mona Fastvold.