[worthyoflove]

Welcome to the [Granite Mountain Hotshots] Thread #3

Scheduled release: October 20, 2017









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Jeff Bridges, Taylor Kitsch Join Josh Brolin-Miles Teller Firefighter Film (EXCLUSIVE) Jeff Bridges and Taylor Kitsch have rounded out the ensemble cast for Black Label Media’s untitled firefighter film that currently stars Josh Brolin, Miles Teller and James Badge Dale. Black Label will also continue its strong partnership with Lionsgate, which now has worldwide distribution rights, including North America, through its Summit Entertainment label. This news comes on the heels of the project’s strong international sales at the Cannes Film Festival. Lionsgate seemed like the obvious home for the project given Black Label’s strong ties to the studio following the success of “Sicario” and the upcoming Ryan Gosling-Emma Stone musical “La La Land.” “Tron: Legacy” helmer Joseph Kosinski will direct the film, which follows the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of firefighters that faced one of the deadliest wildfires in history in order to save an Arizona town, resulting in the tragic death of 19 crew members. Kitsch and Bridges will play firefighters in the pic. Ken Nolan developed the story on spec with the producers. Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Erik Howsam, Conde Nast Entertainment’s Jeremy Steckler and Dawn Ostroff, Mike Menchel, Black Label Media’s Molly Smith, Trent Luckinbill and Thad Luckinbill are producing the film. Black Label is financing. Di Bonaventura also has “Deep Water Horizon” on the pipeline with Lionsgate. Kitsch most recently appeared in HBO’s second season of “True Detective” opposite Colin Farrell and Rachel McAdams. He is about to make his directorial debut with “Pieces,” which he will also star in. He’s also attached to topline “The Death and Life of John F. Donovan” with Jessica Chastain. He is repped by CAA and Untitled Entertainment. Bridges is coming off strong reviews following the premiere of his heist film “Hell or High Water” at Cannes. He is repped by CAA and MGMT Entertainment. Black Label Media’s Molly Smith, Thad Luckinbill and Trent Luckinbill have several other high-profile projects in production/pre-production, including writer/director Danny Strong’s “Rebel in the Rye,” starring Nicholas Hoult and Kevin Spacey. They recently signed a first look, two-year deal with ABC Signature and ABC Studios.

Jeff Bridges, Taylor Kitsch Join Firefighter Movie | Variety

Jeff Bridges & Taylor Kitsch Answer Call For Brolin-Teller Firefighter Pic Jeff Bridges and Taylor Kitsch joined the cast of the untitled firefighter pic financed by Black Label Media that already has Josh Brolin, Miles Teller and James Badge Dale attached. The film tells the story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of firefighters who in 2013 lost 19 members while battling the Yarnell Hill Fire. Joseph Kosinski (Tron: Legacy) is set to direct, and Ken Nolan developed the story. It’s produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Erik Howsam, Jeremy Steckler of Conde Nast Entertainment, Dawn Ostroff, Mike Menchel, Black Label Media’s Molly Smith, Trent Luckinbill and Thad Luckinbill. Lionsgate will be distributing the film worldwide through its Summit Entertainment banner.

Black Label’s Firefighter Biopic Adds Jeff Bridges & Taylor Kitsch | Deadline

The screenplay is based on this article: The Granite Mountain Hotshots Yarnell Fire Investigation | No Exit | GQ.com



CAST

Jeff Bridges...Duane Steinbrink
Josh Brolin...Eric Marsh
Taylor Kitsch...Christopher MacKenzie
Miles Teller...Brendan McDonough
Jennifer Connelly...Amanda Marsh
Andie MacDowell...Marvel Steinbrink

[worthyoflove]

Recent news from the previous thread:

New onset picture from Josh Brolin.


Casting call for a shoot in mid-March in New York City.

A new feature film is casting in New York City starring world famous actors, Jeff Bridges and Miles Teller. Casting directors are looking for many actors to play tour guides, hikers, bikers, and yoga instructors.

https://www.2017auditions.com/granit...s-casting-now/

[SouthernSweetieTX]

Tftnt!

[worthyoflove]

Thanks for the heads up on the new thread, btw, I've been super out of it this week for whatever reason.

I want to know if Taylor has to be in New York for the reshoots. That's also around the time that SXSW is going on in Austin which I hope he's in town for, there are some seriously awesome panels and movie premieres going on this year.

[SouthernSweetieTX]

Originally Posted by worthyoflove (View Post) Thanks for the heads up on the new thread, btw, I've been super out of it this week for whatever reason. I want to know if Taylor has to be in New York for the reshoots. That's also around the time that SXSW is going on in Austin which I hope he's in town for, there are some seriously awesome panels and movie premieres going on this year.

As much as we say he likes to avoid that type of event, he's he's been spotted at SxSW the past couple of years. So, fingers crossed.

[worthyoflove]

There are just a lot of great movies there this year. The Jake/Ryan Reynolds movie is closing. There's a James Franco movie premiering, I always wonder if Taylor knows James Franco since he did mention trying to do a project with him. His GM co-star Scott Haze is close friends with Franco. Maybe if Taylor is in town for SXSW they'll meet up.

I just like to hear he's out and about, he was last year.

[KitscherSunk]

His sole appearance (that we know of) last year at the Vice Principals screening is the main reason why I gave the series a shot -- and ended up loving it! I hope he enjoyed it, too -- or will enjoy it, if he hasn't had time to watch it yet.

[zacsbabyboo]

tftnt, yay to more pics

[worthyoflove]

I don't know if this is a legitimate poster or not, it is now the official poster on IMDB, but can anyone just upload pictures there? Also, you would think Miles would get top billing over either Andie or Jennifer.

[SouthernSweetieTX]

I don't know the lMDB answer.

You would think he'd be a hotter name than either of them. Maybe those actors listed are the main stories... or they had it in their contract? I dunno. I'd like to think Taylor has a standout part.

Originally Posted by worthyoflove (View Post) I don't know if this is a legitimate poster or not, it is now the official poster on IMDB, but can anyone just upload pictures there? Also, you would think Miles would get top billing over either Andie or Jennifer.

[worthyoflove]

If it is real, I don't hate that he's front and center.

[SouthernSweetieTX]

Originally Posted by worthyoflove (View Post) If it is real, I don't hate that he's front and center.

Me either!

[KitscherSunk]

I don't know the IMDB answer for sure, either. But the names make zero sense. If it is legit, maybe it means a trailer is coming soon.

[worthyoflove]

I think the names are about right, I think Miles would replace Andie. Jeff/Josh/Taylor I can see, even Jennifer. But Miles wouldn't not be included.

[KitscherSunk]

Yeah I meant that Miles isn't listed at all and the names aren't alphabetical, which is what I would've assumed with a cast of so many stars.