Hypnotic (upcoming film)

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Hypnotic
Directed byRobert Rodriguez
Written by
Produced by
  • Robert Rodriguez
  • Jeff Robinov
  • Guy Danella
  • John Graham
  • Mark Gill
  • Lisa Ellzey
Starring
CinematographyPablo Berron
Production
companies
Distributed bySolstice Studios
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$60–80 million[1]

Hypnotic is an upcoming American science fiction action thriller film directed by Robert Rodriguez, and written by Max Borenstein and Rodriguez. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Ben Affleck, Alice Braga, Hala Finley, Dayo Okeniyi, William Fichtner, and JD Pardo.

Premise[]

A detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program, while investigating a string of impossible high-end heists.

Cast[]

Production[]

In November 2018, Robert Rodriguez was confirmed to direct Hypnotic, with Max Borenstein writing the script for Studio 8.[2] In November 2019, it was reported that Studio 8 would co-produce with Solstice Studios, which was set to distribute the film in the United States.[3]

In November 2019, Ben Affleck was set to star in the film.[4] In May 2021, Alice Braga was added to the cast, with filming set to begin on September 20 in Austin, Texas.[5] In September 2021, Hala Finley was added to the cast.[6] In October 2021, it was reported Dayo Okeniyi, William Fichtner and JD Pardo had joined the cast.[7][8]

Principal photography began in Austin on September 27, 2021, and concluded on November 19 of the same year.[9][10]

References[]

  1. ^ Grater, Tom (6 November 2019). "Ben Affleck To Star In Robert Rodriguez Thriller 'Hypnotic' For Solstice Studios, Studio 8 – AFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 20 January 2022.
  2. ^ Kit, Borys (February 20, 2018). "Robert Rodriguez, 'Kong: Skull Island' Writer Team for Sci-Fi Thriller 'Hypnotic' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 3, 2019.
  3. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (November 1, 2019). "Big-Budget Robert Rodriguez Thriller 'Hypnotic' Set As First Film In Solstice & Studio 8 Deal". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 2, 2019.
  4. ^ Kroll, Justin (November 6, 2019). "Ben Affleck to Star in Robert Rodriguez's Action Thriller 'Hypnotic'". Variety.
  5. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (June 1, 2021). "Robert Rodriguez's Ben Affleck Action-Thriller 'Hypnotic' Slated To Start Production In September, Alice Braga Joins". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 1, 2021.
  6. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (September 17, 2021). "'Hypnotic': Hala Finley Joins Ben Affleck & Alice Braga In Robert Rodriguez & Solstice Action-Thriller, Cameras Roll This Month In Texas". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 18, 2021.
  7. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (1 October 2021). "Robert Rodriguez's Solstice Studios & Studio 8 Movie 'Hypnotic' Sets Dayo Okeniyi & William Fichtner". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2 October 2021.
  8. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (October 13, 2021). "'Mayans M.C.' Star JD Pardo Joins Robert Rodriguez Action-Thriller 'Hypnotic'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 13, 2021.
  9. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (September 17, 2021). "'Hypnotic': Hala Finley Joins Ben Affleck & Alice Braga In Robert Rodriguez & Solstice Action-Thriller, Cameras Roll This Month In Texas". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 18, 2021.
  10. ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (4 October 2021). "Solstice Studios Shuttering? Top Execs Laid Off As Indie Becomes Hollywood's First Corporate Covid Fatality". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 9 October 2021.

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