Lilly Wachowski Hosts Live Reading of Dystopian Thriller

Lilly Wachowski is pioneering a unique approach to her next project, a dystopian political thriller titled 'The Hunted.' The film, currently in late-stage development, will premiere through an unconventional live reading event on August 7-8. This initiative is spearheaded by Wachowski's Anarchists United, with Natasha Lyonne also attached as a producer.

The thriller is a biting political narrative, reminiscent of 'Wild in the Streets' and 'V for Vendetta.' It depicts a dystopian America where transgender individuals face severe marginalization and brutality. The plot unfolds as a devastating crime galvanizes a trans community, triggering a wave of mutual care and resistance.

Two transgender women emerge as central figures, embarking on a quest to identify the perpetrator, whose actions reach the highest echelons of government. Wachowski expressed that this live table read aims to replicate the joy and catharsis experienced during the writing process, emphasizing the urgent need for community among queer and particularly trans people.