The Thing with Feathers is an upcoming film starring Benedict Cumberbatch. It is an adaptation by Dylan Southern of the novel Grief Is the Thing with Feathers by Max Porter.
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| Directed by | Dylan Southern |
| Screenplay by | Dylan Southern |
| Based on | Grief Is the Thing with Feathers by Max Porter |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
Synopsis
editA father and two sons struggle to cope with the sudden loss of their wife and mother.[1]
Cast
editProduction
editThe project is from Film4, Lobo Films and Cumberbatch’s SunnyMarch. Producers on the project are Andrea Cornwell, Adam Ackland and Leah Clarke. It is an adaptation by Dylan Southern of the novel Grief Is the Thing with Feathers by Max Porter.[2] Principal photography was underway in early 2024.[3][4]
References
edit- ^ Cooper, Brenna (May 22, 2023). "Benedict Cumberbatch lands next lead movie role". Digital Spy. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ^ Goodfellow, Melanie (May 16, 2023). "Benedict Cumberbatch To Star In 'The Thing With Feathers' From Film4, Lobo Films & SunnyMarch; MK2 Films & UTA Launching Sales – Cannes Market". Deadline. Retrieved May 16, 2023.
- ^ Yossman, K.J. (November 16, 2023). "Benedict Cumberbatch Says Participating in His 'Letters Live' Stage Show Is 'An Immediate Shot in the Arm for a Performer'". Variety. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ^ "Benedict Cumberbatch transforms into a grieving father as he films sombre scenes with two child actors for his new role in The Thing With Feathers". whatsnew2day. February 24, 2024. Retrieved April 24, 2024.