Courteney Cox on helming 'Evil Genius': Dreams can come true
Mumbai, July 22
Actress-filmmaker Courteney Cox says perseverance pays off, sharing that her long-cherished dream of directing "Evil Genius" has finally become a reality.
Cox took to Instagram, where she expressed gratitude after the film's selection at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
"When you really believe in something... don't ever give up. Dreams can come true
Thank you @tiff_net," she wrote as the caption.
Evil Genius is an independent crime thriller film, based on the true-crime documentary series of the same name by Barbara Schroeder and Trey Borzillieri.
The film stars Patricia Arquette and David Harbour with Michael Chernus, Garret Dillahunt, Danielle Macdonald, Tom McCarthy, Gregory Alan Williams, Ryan Eggold, Owen Teague and Harlow Jane in supporting roles.
The film will tell the story of the death of Brian Wells, a high-profile 2003 incident often referred to as the "collar bomb" or "pizza bomber" case. The FBI investigation into his death uncovered a complex plot described as "one of the most complicated and bizarre crimes in the annals of the FBI".
Cox rose to international prominence by playing Monica Geller in the sitcom Friends and Gale Weathers in the horror film franchise Scream.
Her accolades include a Screen Actors Guild Award, nominations for two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Cox had a recurring role in the sitcom Family Ties, and starred in the drama series Dirt, the sitcom Cougar Town, and the Starz horror comedy series Shining Vale.
Her film credits include the action fantasy Masters of the Universe, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Barnyard, Bedtime Stories and Mothers and Daughters. She has directed TalhotBlond, Just Before I Go and Celebrity Name Game.
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Reader Comments
Great to see her achieve her dream! But honestly, I hope the movie doesn't glorify such a tragic story. The collar bomb case was terrifying. As an Indian viewer, I'd prefer if Hollywood focused on more uplifting true stories rather than sensationalizing crime. Still, wishing her all the best at TIFF! 🙏
From Friends to directing crime thrillers - what a range! 👍 I remember watching the documentary series, and it's truly mind-boggling. Hope she brings some fresh perspective. Also, adds a lot to her resume. Keep it up, Courteney!
"Dreams can come true" - so clichéd but so true! 😄 Actually, I'm more excited about Patricia Arquette and David Harbour starring in it. That's some cast! But I wonder how many Indians will actually watch a film about a 2003 US crime. We have enough crime dramas here already. Just saying.
Love how she's breaking stereotypes of being just 'Monica from Friends'. 🎬 As someone who grew up watching Friends reruns in India, this is awesome. But respectfully, the "pizza bomber" story sounds disturbing - hope she focuses on the human tragedy, not just the sensational elements.
Good for her! But independent crime thriller? That's a tough genre. Hope the script is solid. Also, TIFF selection is a big deal - many Indian directors dream of that. Props to her for making it happen. Let's see if it gets distribution in India. 🤞
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