Solitary (upcoming film) explained

Solitary
Director:	Nate Parker
Country:	United States
Language:	English

Solitary is an upcoming American drama film written, directed, and produced by Nate Parker.^[1] It stars David Oyelowo, Olivia Washington, Barry Pepper and Jimmie Fails.

Cast

• David Oyelowo as Chris Newborn
• Olivia Washington as Tara Benton
• Barry Pepper as Hersh
• Jimmie Fails as Keith Newborn
• Aiden Stoxx as Jake Benton
• Thomas Cadrot as Derek
• Alexander Davis as Bully
• Andres Soto as Server
• Matthew Mylrea as Local Patron
• Naomi Simpson as Annie
• Gerardo Barcala as Hazmet Man
• Kate Gajdosik as CNN News Anchor
• Julie Nolin as Reporter
• Yorkie Joaquin as Orderly
• Nigel Gentry as Prison Guard
• Mozhgan Dahmardnezhad as Kamal

Production

In May 2020, it was announced David Oyelowo had joined the cast of the film, with Nate Parker directing and writing the film, and Bron Studios set to finance and produce the film.^[2] In September 2020, Olivia Washington, Barry Pepper, and Jimmie Fails joined the cast of the film.^[3]

Principal photography began in September 2020.^[4]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Guerrasio . Jason . David Oyelowo says 'Birth of a Nation' director Nate Parker 'deserves a second chance' after a rape scandal halted his career . Insider . December 3, 2020 . June 14, 2022.
2. Web site: How I'm Living Now: David Oyelowo, Actor-Producer. The Hollywood Reporter. Chris. Gardner. May 12, 2020. September 22, 2020.
3. Web site: David Oyelowo Reteams With Nate Parker on Drama 'Solitary'. Variety. Dave. McNary. September 18, 2020. September 22, 2020.
4. Web site: DGC Ontario (Page 7). Directors Guild of Canada. September 22, 2020.