'From Central Florida to Cannes' - Emily Blunt charms and thrills in upcoming Pain Hustlers
Emily Blunt's new film 'Pain Hustlers,' directed by David Yates, is set to create a buzz at Cannes. This thrilling drama captures Liza Drake's rise from Florida's backstreets to a life of luxury and danger.
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:26 PM ISTEmily Blunt's new film 'Pain Hustlers,' directed by David Yates, is set to create a buzz at Cannes. This thrilling drama captures Liza Drake's rise from Florida's backstreets to a life of luxury and danger.
"From the streets to the high-rise suites," muses Emily Blunt, set to dazzle audiences with her latest venture, ‘Pain Hustlers.’ It’s not every day you see an actor of Blunt’s caliber embark on such an audacious journey. And this time, she’s leading us down the sun-kissed lanes of Central Florida, all the way to the glitzy corridors of Cannes.
Florida Charm Meets Cannes Glamour
As reported by Deadline, the movie, directed by the renowned David Yates, spins a gripping tale around Liza Drake. Played by the riveting Emily Blunt, Drake is a high school dropout, threading dreams of affluence for her young daughter amidst the decayed backdrop of a languishing strip mall. However, in a twist of fate, Drake's charisma and tenacity morph a dwindling pharmaceutical start-up into a luxurious empire. But as they say, with great power comes immense scrutiny, and soon, she's entangled in a perilous web of deceit and menace.
The Powerhouses Behind the Magic
The narrative, conjured up by the imaginative mind of Wells Tower, found its initial advocate in Lawrence Grey. Grey’s enthusiasm for the project proved infectious as he pitched it to Yates and Wychwood Pictures. Their combined vision charmed Sony Pictures, who undertook the film's development until recently.
Ready, Set, Action!
The filmmaking world is buzzing with anticipation as the production date, slated for August 22, draws near. Eager buyers can look forward to the film's presentation at the prestigious Cannes Film Market, led by The Veterans and CAA Media Finance.
The ensemble of executive producers includes Lewis Taylor and Ben Everard, while Cyrus Mojibi, Patrick Wade, Lawrence Kao, and Lloyd Everard are all aboard as co-producers. With such a stellar lineup behind the scenes and Blunt at the forefront, 'Pain Hustlers' is undoubtedly gearing up to be a cinematic marvel.
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