1992 is an upcoming American drama film directed by Ariel Vromen and written by Sascha Penn and Vromen from a story by Penn.[2] The film stars Tyrese Gibson, Scott Eastwood and Ray Liotta.[3] The title of the film refers to the first night of the 1992 Los Angeles riots, which is where and when the film is set.[4] This is one of Liotta's final film appearances and the film will be dedicated to his memory.
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| Directed by | Ariel Vromen |
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| Story by | Sascha Penn |
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| Cinematography | Frank G. DeMarco |
| Edited by | Danny Rafic |
| Music by | Gilad Benamram |
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| Distributed by | Lionsgate |
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Running time | 96 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The film is scheduled to be released in the United States on August 30, 2024.
Synopsis
editMercer endeavors to restore his life and relationship with his son during the unrest following the 1992 Rodney King verdict. Meanwhile, in another part of town, a father and son confront their troubled relationship by planning a perilous heist at Mercer's workplace. As tensions in Los Angeles escalate and chaos ensues, the two families cross paths.[5]
Cast
edit- Tyrese Gibson as Mercer[6]
- Scott Eastwood as Riggin Bigby[7]
- Ray Liotta as Lowell[7]
- Michael Beasley as Joseph[6]
- Christopher Ammanuel as Antoine King[7]
- Dylan Arnold as Dennis[7]
- Ori Pfeffer as Murphy
- Oleg Taktarov as Titus
Production
editIn August 2015, it was reported that Ice Cube and O'Shea Jackson Jr. would star in the film with Will Packer producing, Donovan Marsh directing and Lionsgate serving as distributor.[8] However, Cube's publicist released a statement confirming that Cube and Jackson have no involvement with the film.[9]
In March 2021, it was announced that Vromen would direct the film.[4] In July 2021, it was announced that Gibson, Liotta and Eastwood were cast in the film.[3] In September 2021, it was announced that Beasley was cast in the film and that filming was underway in Bulgaria and Los Angeles.[6] In February 2022, it was announced that Ammanuel and Arnold were cast in the film.[7]
Collider reported that Liotta completed the filming of his scenes before his death in May 2022.[10]
Release
edit1992 is scheduled to be released in the United States on August 30, 2024.[11]
References
edit- ^ "1992". Lionsgate Publicity. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
- ^ "April 29, 1992". Writers Guild of America West. Retrieved August 28, 2023.
- ^ a b Donnelly, Matt (July 6, 2021). "Tyrese Gibson, Ray Liotta, Scott Eastwood Join Ariel Vromen's 'April 29, 1992' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ a b Donnelly, Matt (March 2, 2021). "Ariel Vromen to Direct Sascha Penn-Scripted LA Riots Thriller 'April 29, 1992' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ "1992 {{|}} Official Movie Website". lionsgate.com. Lionsgate. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
- ^ a b c Hipes, Patrick (September 3, 2021). "Michael Beasley Joins Ariel Vroman's L.A. Riots Drama 'April 29, 1992'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e Vlessing, Etan (February 24, 2022). "Christopher Ammanuel Boards L.A. Uprising Thriller 'April 29, 1992' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ Kit, Borys (August 20, 2015). "Ice Cube and Son to Reunite on L.A. Riots Thriller (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (August 20, 2015). "Ice Cube Denies Report About L.A. Riots Movie". Variety. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ Gaughan, Liam (May 27, 2022). "Ray Liotta's Greatest Roles, From 'Goodfellas' to 'The Place Beyond the Pines'". Collider. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (July 1, 2024). "'1992', One Of Ray Liotta's Final Films, Sets Late Summer Release With Lionsgate; Snoop Dogg Boards As EP". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 1, 2024.
