The Rivals of Amziah King explained

The Rivals of Amziah King
Director:Andrew Patterson
Cinematography:M.I. Littin-Menz
Editing:Patrick J. Smith
Country:United Kingdom
Language:English

The Rivals of Amziah King is an upcoming British crime thriller film written and directed by Andrew Patterson and produced by Black Bear Pictures and Heyday Films.

A crime thriller set in rural Oklahoma.[1]

Synopsis

Kateri's life takes a tragic turn as she loses her mother and leaves foster care. Reuniting with her former foster parent, Amziah, changes everything. He becomes her mentor, revealing hidden skills. When a devastating situation arises, Kateri relies on her newfound strength to seek justice.

Cast

Production

Andrew Patterson is set to write and direct with funding from Black Bear Pictures and production from Heyday Films. Producers are David Heyman, Teddy Schwarzman, Michael Heimler, Jeffrey Clifford, Will Greenfield and Patterson. [6]

In July 2023, it was reported that Kurt Russell was cast in the film.[7] [8] The cast also includes Rob Morgan, Scott Shepherd, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague, Tony Revolori, Jake Horowitz and Angelina LookingGlass.[9]

Filming occurred in Alabama during the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike in which SAG-AFTRA granted the filmmakers an interim agreement to allow principal photography to occur during the strike.[10]

In August 2023, it was announced that filming wrapped in Alabama.[11] [12]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: May 8, 2023. Matthew McConaughey to Star in Crime Thriller 'Rivals of Amziah King'. Rebecca. Rubin. Variety. May 9, 2023.
  2. Web site: Lane. Keith. Matthew McConaughey thriller to film in Alabama. May 19, 2023. WPMI-TV. October 17, 2023.
  3. Web site: Sapp. Savannah. Kurt Russell spotted filming on a rural road in Albertville. July 20, 2023. WAFF (TV). October 17, 2023.
  4. Web site: Garrison. Greg. Kurt Russell makes movie magic in Mulga, the town that time forgot. July 26, 2023. Al.com. October 17, 2023.
  5. News: Grobar . Matt . June 11, 2024 . Kurt Russell, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague & Five More Join Matthew McConaughey In Black Bear Thriller ‘The Rivals Of Amziah King’ . Deadline.
  6. Web site: Matthew McConaughey To Star In 'The Rivals Of Amziah King' From 'Vast Of Night' Filmmaker Andrew Patterson – Cannes. Nancy. Tartaglione. May 9, 2023. Deadline Hollywood. May 8, 2023 .
  7. News: Bailey. Mary. Kurt Russell makes acting appearance in county. July 21, 2023. The Sand Mountain Reporter. October 17, 2023.
  8. News: Specker. Lawrence. Kurt Russell tears up Alabama dirt road as Matthew McConaughey movie films. July 20, 2023. The Dothan Eagle. October 17, 2023.
  9. Web site: Kurt Russell, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague & Five More Join Matthew McConaughey In Black Bear Thriller 'The Rivals Of Amziah King'. Matt. Grobar. 11 June 2024. June 11, 2024. Deadline Hollywood.
  10. Web site: Flanagan. Ben. Matthew McConaughey movie still shooting in Alabama despite Hollywood strikes: Here's why. July 18, 2023. Al.com. October 17, 2023.
  11. Web site: Rajput. Priyanca. Matthew McConaughey's The Rivals of Amziah King wraps production in Alabama. August 7, 2023. KFTV.com. October 17, 2023.
  12. Web site: Flanagan. Ben. Matthew McConaughey movie wraps production in Alabama. August 3, 2023. Al.com. October 17, 2023.