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Sandra Bullock Reunites with 'Lost City' Writer Dana Fox for New Sony Film

Sandra Bullock is set to star in and produce a new, untitled film for Sony Pictures, written by Dana Fox. This reunites the duo following their successful 2022 collaboration on the box office hit 'The Lost City'. The project was highly sought-after in a competitive situation, with Sony securing the deal. Bullock's upcoming slate also includes the 'Practical Magic' sequel, where she will reunite with Nicole Kidman.

Key Points: Sandra Bullock, Dana Fox Reunite for New Sony Movie

  • Bullock stars & produces
  • Reunites with 'Lost City' writer
  • Project landed at Sony
  • Details are under wraps
  • Follows 'Practical Magic' sequel news
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Sandra Bullock, 'The Lost City' writer Dana Fox reunite for new film

Sandra Bullock to star in and produce a new Sony film with writer Dana Fox, reuniting after their hit 'The Lost City'. Details are under wraps.

Sandra Bullock, 'The Lost City' writer Dana Fox reunite for new film
"the new package drew a ton of attention, with Sony ultimately winning out - Deadline"

Los Angeles, March 4

Hollywood actress Sandra Bullock, who will be next seen in the 'Practical Magic' sequel, is looking to build out her future slate.

he Oscar-winning actress is set to star in and produce a new movie for Sony from writer Dana Fox. Following a competitive situation, Sony Pictures has landed the untitled project from Bullock and Fox, reuniting the two after Paramount's 2022 box office hit The Lost City, reports 'Deadline'.

Plot details are being kept under wraps, but the actress is set to star and produce through her banner Fortis Films, while Fox will write and produce through her production company Foxy Inc. Margy Love will executive produce on behalf of Foxy.

As per 'Deadline', the project reunites Bullock with Sony after she was last seen in 2022's 'Bullet Train' starring Brad Pitt. Given the success of 'The Lost City', the new package drew a ton of attention, with Sony ultimately winning out with a deal that brings Bullock back to the studio.

Fox also has a multiyear TV deal with Sony Pictures Television, where she is writing and serving as a showrunner on Clue, currently in development at Peacock.

One of the town's most recognizable actors for roles like her Oscar-nominated one in 'Gravity' and Oscar-winning one in The Blind Side, Bullock recently surprised fans with news that she would be doing a Practical Magic sequel. Nicole Kidman is also reprising her role in the pic, which Warner Bros is set to release in September.

Fox was also a co-writer and executive producer on Paramount's Lost City, starring Bullock and Channing Tatum. She is coming off the huge success of 'Wicked' and 'Wicked: For Good', which she co-wrote. Earning both critical and audience acclaim, the films have earned a collective $1.3 billion globally.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good news for her fans, but honestly, I wish our Bollywood actresses of a certain age got the same kind of consistent, high-profile projects. The disparity in opportunities is quite telling.
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Aryan P
The Lost City was hilarious! If this new film is half as entertaining, it'll be worth the watch. Dana Fox is on a roll with Wicked's success. Sony seems to be making smart moves locking this team down.
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Sarah B
Practical Magic sequel AND a new film with Dana Fox? Sandra Bullock is not slowing down at all. It's inspiring to see female-led projects getting this much backing and competitive interest from major studios.
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Karthik V
As an Indian viewer, I enjoy her comedies the most. They have a universal appeal. Hope this new project is a comedy-adventure again. We need more light-hearted, well-made films that families can enjoy together.
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Nikhil C
The business side is fascinating—'competitive situation', 'landed the project', 'multiyear deal'. The real story is the power and value of a successful writer-actress partnership in today's industry. More power to them!

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