The Bluff is an upcoming American swashbuckler action drama film co-written by Frank E. Flowers and Joe Ballarini with Flowers also directing. It stars Priyanka Chopra, Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Safia Oakley-Green and Vedanten Naidoo.
| The Bluff | |
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| Directed by | Frank E. Flowers |
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| Cinematography | Greg Baldi |
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| Distributed by | Amazon MGM Studios |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Premise
editIn the Caribbean during the 19th century, a former female pirate (Chopra) must protect her family when her past catches up to her.
Cast
edit- Priyanka Chopra
- Karl Urban
- Ismael Cruz Córdova
- Safia Oakley-Green
- Vedanten Naidoo
- Temuera Morrison
- Zack Morris
- David Field
- Pacharo Mzembe
- Gideon Mzembe
Production
editIn 2021, it was announced that Frank E. Flowers would direct The Bluff, written by Joe Ballarini and Flowers, and to star Zoe Saldaña in the lead role. Netflix would distribute.[1]
In January 2024, Priyanka Chopra signed on to replace Zoe Saldaña in the lead role,[2] though Saldaña remained on the project as an executive producer.[3] In March 2024, Amazon MGM Studios acquired distribution rights and Karl Urban joined the cast.[3] In May, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Safia Oakley-Green and Vedanten Naidoo joined the cast in undisclosed roles.[4][5] In August 2024, Temuera Morrison, Zack Morris, David Field, Pacharo Mzembe and Gideon Mzembe joined the cast.[6]
Filming
editPrincipal photography began in June 2024 in Australia and wrapped in early August 2024.[3][7][8]
References
edit- ^ Fleming Jr, Mike (February 23, 2021). "Netflix Lands 'The Bluff', With Zoe Saldana Battling Pirates in 1800s Caribbean; Frank E. Flowers Directs". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- ^ "Priyanka Chopra's next Hollywood film The Bluff to be produced by the Russo Brothers, casting call reveals she has replaced Zoe Saldana". Indian Express. January 24, 2024. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- ^ a b c D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 1, 2024). "Amazon MGM Studios & AGBO Set 'The Bluff' With Priyanka Chopra Jonas Starring, 'Bob Marley: One Love's Frank E. Flowers Directing; Karl Urban In Talks To Star". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (May 2, 2024). "Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green & Vedanten Naidoo Join Amazon MGM's 'The Bluff'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 2, 2024.
- ^ https://productionlist.com/production/the-bluff/
- ^ Temuera Morrison, Zack Morris Join Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Amazon MGM’s ‘The Bluff’ (Exclusive)
- ^ "It's a wrap for Priyanka Chopra Jonas' Hollywood film The Bluff; actor celebrates by grooving to Salman Khan's hit track". Indian Express. August 4, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ Rockson, Gabrielle (June 5, 2024). "Priyanka Chopra Has Sweet Bring Your Daughter to Work Day with Malti, 2, in Movie Makeup Trailer". People. Retrieved June 5, 2024.