Daniel Day-Lewis to Star in Son Ronan’s Directorial Debut

Multiple Oscar winner Daniel Day-Lewis is returning to the big screen for his son Ronan’s directorial debut, Anemone, for Focus Features and Plan B.

Production Underway

Production is underway in Manchester, England, with Day-Lewis Sr. starring alongside Sean Bean, Samantha Morton, Samuel Bottomley, and Safia Oakley-Green in the project. The film explores the intricate relationships between fathers, sons, and brothers, as well as the dynamics of familial bonds.

Co-Written Screenplay

Father and son have co-written the screenplay, with Ben Fordesman serving as director of photography, Jane Petrie as costume designer, and Chris Oddy as production designer.

Marks Day-Lewis’s Return to Acting

Anemone marks Day-Lewis’s first acting role since Focus Features’ Phantom Thread. Universal Pictures International will distribute the film internationally.

Focus Chairman’s Statement

Focus chairman Peter Kujawski said, “We could not be more excited to partner with a brilliant visual artist in Ronan Day-Lewis on his first feature film alongside Daniel Day-Lewis as his creative collaborator. They have written a truly exceptional script, and we look forward to bringing their shared vision to audiences alongside the team at Plan B.”

About Daniel Day-Lewis

Day-Lewis, frequently regarded as the greatest actor of the modern era, has won lead actor Oscars for Lincoln in 2013, There Will Be Blood in 2008, and My Left Foot in 1990. He earned three other nominations, including for Phantom Thread.

About Ronan Day-Lewis

Ronan Day-Lewis is a painter and filmmaker whose work has shown widely in the United States. His debut international solo exhibition opens this week in Hong Kong.

Conclusion

The collaboration between father and son promises to be a unique and exciting creative endeavor. With a talented cast and crew, Anemone is sure to be a captivating film that explores the complexities of family relationships.

FAQs

What is the plot of Anemone?
The film explores the intricate relationships between fathers, sons, and brothers, as well as the dynamics of familial bonds.

Who is directing Anemone?
Ronan Day-Lewis is directing the film, with his father Daniel Day-Lewis starring alongside him.

When is the film’s release date?
Universal Pictures International will distribute the film internationally, but a specific release date has not been announced.