Nicolas Cage is rocking another comedic role after rocking himself in this hilarious springtime “The Unbearable Weight of Huge Talent.” The iconic actor is set to star in “Dream Scenario,” the upcoming A24 comedy produced by “Hereditary” and “Midsommar” director Ari Aster, diverse Made sure on.
Outside of this genre, most details of the film are kept confidential. The script was written and directed by Christopher Burghley, whose movie “Sick of Myself” premiered at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. Aster produces with Lars Knudsen under the Square Peg banner, while A24 will finance and produce the film. Jacob Javek and Tyler Campillon serve as additional producers.
The film marks the fourth collaboration between A24 and Square Peg, following Aster’s directorial efforts “Hereditary,” “Midsommar,” and “Disappointment Blvd.” The final film, which will premiere in 2023, has a cast that includes Joaquin Phoenix, Nathan Lane, Patti Loboney, Amy Ryan, and Parker Posey.
After The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, which saw Cage play the role in a comedy about his career, the actor is also starring in the upcoming Western movie “Butcher’s Crossing,” which is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. Next year will also see Cage flex his hilarious grandiosity in Renfield, starring Dracula alongside Nicholas Hoult and Awkwafina.
Aster is represented by WME, Johnson, Shapiro and Slewett & Kole. Lars Knudsen is represented by WME and Granderson Des Rochers. Cage is represented by WME and Stride Management. Borgli is represented by UTA.
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