“Family Reasons”: Shot for this Netflix Action Thriller 4 years ago … Star Wars actress was in a hurry to shoot

Last year, Rebel Ridge was a feeling when it was released on Netflix, where the original production was classified on the number 1, accumulated at least 31.2 million views in its first three days, then more than 38.6 million next week. Popular in criticism, the film later won the Choice Television Award for critics for the best TV movie and the best TV movie Primetime Emmy Award.

This thriller has signed Jeremy Saulnier, who is already known for the blue ruins, tells the story of the former Navy, which has opposed a corrupt police force that steals money to release his prison cousin. If Aaron Pierre played a leading role, whose career grew up after he was not planned for him.

Indeed, at first, it was John Boiga, who must have been the title of the feature film. However, the British actor suddenly left the project, leaving the controlled team and many questions.

Late shooting and unexpected departure

John Boiga Agreed that they were playing Rebel ridge From the beginning of 2020. However, as with many performances, the Covid-19 pandemic has delayed the start of one year of filming. In April 2021, when the shooting finally started, it was incredible: a week later, Boyega left the team without notice and explanation. The team was surprised to hear that he left his hotel without any predecessor to this sudden abandonment.

Despite the intervention of Netflix CEO, Ted Sarandos, who tried to persuade him to return to it, John Boiga Not found and silent. Rumors spread rapidly, causing artistic disputes or personal requirements related to its accommodation. However, his agent rejected these hypotheses, simply led to “family reasons” to justify this departure.

New Star for Home Roll

This definition forced production again to delay the shooting, changing the time. It is Aaron Pierre Which was finally chosen. Director, JerionAlready noticed his talent in the series The Underground Railroad. While listening to the Visuo Conference, Saulnier immediately knew that Pierre was an ideal actor for the role of Terry Richmond.

“” “That’s it, he’s a guy who I want“Said Saulnier, impressed by natural charismaAaron Pierre – He then voted for Mufasa iconic Mufasa: King of Lion. This choice turned out to be a real master stroke featuring a performance that was welcomed by criticism and society, evidence that sometimes unforeseen events lead to great success.

Aaron Pierre Now is one of the most popular actresses at that moment. As John Boiga Before him, he will also play in the Star Wars movie. This is Star Wars: Starfighter, the next episode of the franchise, directed by the show Levi and worn Ryan Gosling, who has just started shooting. In addition to Gosling and Pierre, the film will also be introduced to Amy Adams.

Meanwhile, the Rebel Ridge is (re -) discovery on Netflix.