The Thing with Feathers (film) explained

The Thing with Feathers
Director:Dylan Southern
Producer:
  • Leah Clarke
  • Andrea Cornwell
  • Adam Ackland
Screenplay:Dylan Southern
Starring:
Studio:
  • Film4
  • Lobo Films
  • SunnyMarch
Country:United Kingdom
Language:English

The Thing with Feathers is an upcoming film starring Benedict Cumberbatch. It is an adaptation by Dylan Southern of the novel Grief Is the Thing with Feathers by Max Porter.

Synopsis

A father and two sons struggle to cope with the sudden loss of their wife and mother.[1]

Cast

Production

The project is from Film4, Lobo Films and Cumberbatch’s SunnyMarch. Producers on the project are Andrea Cornwell, Adam Ackland and Leah Clarke. It is an adaptation by Dylan Southern of the novel Grief Is the Thing with Feathers by Max Porter.[2] Principal photography was underway in early 2024.[3] [4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Digital Spy. 11 January 2024. Benedict Cumberbatch lands next lead movie role. Brenna. Cooper. 22 May 2023.
  2. Web site: Benedict Cumberbatch To Star In 'The Thing With Feathers' From Film4, Lobo Films & SunnyMarch; MK2 Films & UTA Launching Sales – Cannes Market. Deadline. May 16, 2023. Melanie. Goodfellow. May 16, 2023.
  3. Web site: Variety. 11 January 2024. Benedict Cumberbatch Says Participating in His 'Letters Live' Stage Show Is 'An Immediate Shot in the Arm for a Performer'. November 16, 2023. K.J.. Yossman.
  4. Web site: Benedict Cumberbatch transforms into a grieving father as he films sombre scenes with two child actors for his new role in The Thing With Feathers. 24 February 2024. 24 April 2024. whatsnew2day.