Chris Pine Set to Star in Action Thriller "Run the Night"
A new action thriller is in the works, with Chris Pine set to star in Lionsgate and Hidden Pictures’ upcoming film, "Run the Night". According to a report from Joblo.com, the movie follows a banker who is accused of betraying the Penose, the Dutch mob, and is dumped naked in the heart of Amsterdam with a $10 million bounty on his head.
The plot of "Run the Night" is described as a thrilling ride, with the banker, hunted by the city’s most violent gangs, forced to fight his way across the city by dawn to save the lives of his wife and child. As Joblo.com reports, the mission reveals that he was never just the money guy. The film will mark Robert Alonzo’s feature directorial debut, with the stunt coordinator and second-unit director having worked on a string of high-profile films, including "Star Trek", "Deadpool", and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood".
The script for "Run the Night" comes from John Glenn and Alex Davidson, with Todd Lieberman of Hidden Pictures producing alongside Hidden Pictures president Alex Young, Chris Pine, and Ian Gotler. As quoted in the Joblo.com article, Chris Pine expressed his excitement for the project, saying, "I love this story, character, and reuniting with Rob. There are so many places for this character to go, and I’m excited about the possibilities of bringing him to life on the big screen."
Adam Fogelson, chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, also praised the project, saying, "Chris is an incredible actor and has the perfect combination of warmth and physicality needed to bring this role to life. We’re proud to be the home of Todd Lieberman’s Hidden Pictures and to be partnering with him and the exceptionally talented filmmaking team on this riveting and explosive action thriller." Lieberman added, "Rob Alonzo is the next great action director. With Rob’s talent behind the camera and our movie star Chris in front, I’m excited by what we have in store for audiences."
It’s worth noting that "Run the Night" isn’t the only project on Chris Pine’s slate, with the actor also set to star in "Nowhere Fast", a Texas crime thriller written by "Fargo"’s Noah Hawley. As Joblo.com reports, the film follows a small-town criminal who inadvertently kills the nephew of his boss. Pine also made his directorial debut with "Poolman", which received a scathing review from critics, but the actor remains proud of the film, saying, "I watched my film… I f***ing love this film. I love this film so much."
The addition of "Run the Night" to Chris Pine’s upcoming projects is sure to excite fans of the actor, who has consistently proven himself to be a talented and versatile performer. With a talented team behind the camera, including director Robert Alonzo and producers Todd Lieberman and Alex Young, this action thriller is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated films of the year. As Joblo.com reports, "Run the Night" is set to be a thrilling ride, and fans of Chris Pine and action movies alike will be eagerly awaiting its release.
In conclusion, "Run the Night" is a highly anticipated action thriller that is set to star Chris Pine and be directed by Robert Alonzo. With a talented team behind the camera and a thrilling plot, this film is sure to be a hit with fans of action movies. As reported by Joblo.com, the film is currently in production and is expected to be released in the near future.
