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Joe Alwyn Joins 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon' with Rachel Weisz, Matthew Macfadyen

Actor Joe Alwyn has been cast in the upcoming psychological drama 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon', directed by Tomas Alfredson. He will star alongside Rachel Weisz and Matthew Macfadyen in the film, which is based on a story about a self-proclaimed medium who orchestrates a kidnapping to prove her psychic abilities. The film boasts a strong production team from Element Pictures and Astral Projection, with financing from Film4 and Fremantle. The project features an acclaimed creative team, including cinematographer Marcell Rev and costume designer Sarah Blenkinsop.

Key Points: Joe Alwyn Cast in Tomas Alfredson's 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon'

  • Joe Alwyn joins cast
  • Directed by Tomas Alfredson
  • Script by Jack Thorne
  • Story of a medium's risky kidnapping plot
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Joe Alwyn joins psychological drama 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon' directed by Tomas Alfredson

Joe Alwyn joins Rachel Weisz & Matthew Macfadyen in Tomas Alfredson's psychological thriller 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon', based on a risky psychic scheme.

"when Myra's true motivations begin to surface, Billy realises the scheme may spiral beyond their control - Deadline"

Washington, March 11

Actor Joe Alwyn has joined the cast of director Tomas Alfredson's upcoming film 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon', which is currently in production.

As confirmed by Deadline, Alwyn will star alongside Rachel Weisz and Matthew Macfadyen in the adaptation, scripted by Jack Thorne.

The project marks the latest collaboration for Alfredson, known for his atmospheric storytelling, with Thorne, who penned the screenplay.

The film is based on the psychological premise of a woman who claims to possess psychic abilities and orchestrates a risky scheme to prove them.

According to Deadline, the story follows Myra, a self-proclaimed medium who persuades her husband, Billy, to kidnap the son of a wealthy family. Her plan is to later help authorities locate the missing child using her supposed psychic powers, thereby legitimising her reputation as a medium. However, when Myra's true motivations begin to surface, Billy realises the scheme may spiral beyond their control and threaten to destroy them both.

The film is being produced by Element Pictures and Astral Projection. Producers include Robyn Slovo, Ed Guiney, and Andrew Lowe, alongside Polly Stokes and Weisz. The project forms part of Astral Projection's first-look and development agreement with Fremantle.

Financing for the film comes from Film4 and Fremantle. Executive producers include Thorne, Macfadyen, Farhana Bhula, and David Kimbangi for Film4.

International sales are being handled by FilmNation Entertainment, while domestic rights are represented by UTA Independent Film Group and CAA Media Finance, as per Deadline.

Cinematography is led by Marcell Rev, known for his work on the series 'Euphoria.' Production design is handled by BAFTA award-winning designer Jacqueline Abrahams, whose credits include 'The Lobster.'

Costume design comes from Sarah Blenkinsop, recognised for 'All Of Us Strangers.'

Completing the key creative lineup are Academy Award-nominated hair and make-up designer Daniel Phillips, known for 'Victoria & Abdul', and casting director Jina Jay, whose past work includes 'The Night Manager.'

- ANI

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Rohit P
Interesting story. Reminds me a bit of those old Bollywood suspense films where things go terribly wrong. The production design and cinematography team looks top-notch. Marcell Rev from 'Euphoria' is a great choice for this moody plot.
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Aman W
Sounds like a solid film, but honestly, I'm a bit tired of these slow-burn, atmospheric thrillers from the West. Wish they'd take more creative risks with the plot instead of just relying on mood. Just my two paise.
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Sarah B
Jack Thorne writing and this cast? Count me in! The premise of faking psychic powers for a kidnapping has so much potential for drama. Hope the execution lives up to the talent involved.
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Karthik V
Good to see Film4 backing it. They support some unique projects. The story is quite dark, na? A medium kidnapping a child to prove herself... reminds you that greed and the desire for fame can make people do terrible things. A universal theme.
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Nisha Z
The husband realizing the plan is out of control is the most relatable part! 😅 How many times do we get into things thinking we can handle them, only for it to blow up? Looking forward to this one.

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