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Teller, Swab Team Up for Oklahoma Crime Thriller
12 Jun
Summary
- Miles Teller stars in John Swab's crime thriller 'Copperhead'.
- Filming begins August 17 in Oklahoma with a $39.7 million budget.
- The movie is set to create significant local economic impact.
Actor Miles Teller will headline "Copperhead," a crime thriller directed by Tulsa filmmaker John Swab. Filming is slated to commence in Oklahoma on August 17 and continue through October 9. The production boasts an estimated budget of $39.7 million and is expected to generate considerable local economic benefits.
Black Label Media is financing and producing the film, collaborating with Teller's Lime Tree Productions and Swab's Milk Boy. The movie has secured pre-qualification for state and local film incentives, including a potential rebate of up to $1 million from Oklahoma City. This project signifies a major step for Swab, who has previously directed crime dramas filmed in his hometown.
The thriller's narrative follows a detective and a federal agent investigating a conspiracy that emerges from a violent undercover drug deal in West Texas. Its projected local expenditures are approximately $13.7 million, contributing to an estimated overall community impact of $33.5 million. The film's production is anticipated to further boost Oklahoma's growing film industry.
