They spent their time together. GladiatorRussell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, director Ridley Scott and actor Russell Crowe are reunited for another epic historical tale. KitbagPhoenix will be playing Napoleon Bonaparte French emperor. The Last Duel star Jodie Comer to star opposite as Napoleon’s first wife, Joséphine. As to today though, that will no longer be happening, but not to worry, as Comer’s role has already been recast.
Jodie Komer has decided to leave the publication. KitbagWhile speaking to the media, the actress mentioned scheduling problems and COVID-19. THRCalling the turn of events “rubbish.” KitbagComer will begin filming in Europe this January. Comer is getting ready to start rehearsals for Prima Facie at the West End this March. The limited engagement will run from April through June. In the end, it just wasn’t possible for Comer to do both these projects, so KitbagShe had to leave, but Ridley Scott and she might be able to work together again after having worked together. The Last DuelThe film starred Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, as well as Adam Driver.
Now the plan is for Vanessa Kirby to play Joséphine instead. According to Deadline, Kirby’s reps are negotiating a deal for her to join Kitbag. In addition to being nominated for an Academy Award, she was also nominated in the Martha Weiss category. Pieces for a Woman, Kirby’s other notable credits include Jupiter Ascending, Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. She’ll also star with Hugh Jackman, Laura Dern and Anthony Hopkins in the upcoming drama The Son.
Ridley Scott and his clearly Kitbag team didn’t waste anytime time finding someone to replace Jodie Comer, and with Vanessa Kirby finalizing the arrangements to come aboard, it sounds like the filming plans won’t be impacted. Written by David Scarpa, who penned Ridley Scott’s 2017 movie All the Money in the World, Kitbag will delve into how Napoleon Bonaparte rose to power in both the military and politics, with the story being filtered through his “addictive and often volatile relationship” with Joséphine. The phrase “The title” is the inspiration for the title. “There is a general’s staff hidden in every soldier’s kitbag.”
Unlike The Last Duel20th Century Studios distributed the film as a theatrical-exclusive release. KitbagApple TV+ acquired the rights to this movie. It’s unclear how much the streaming service paid for Ridley Scott’s next feature, as well as if it will also play in theaters. It’s one of many high-profiles movies Apple TV+ has snatched up since its inception, with past examples including Greyhound CherryYou can also find other offerings in the future, such as Killers of The Flower Moon, ArgylleEmancipation. With Kitbag’s principal photography’s just weeks away, hopefully we’ll learn about the actors who are joining Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby in the main cast soon.
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