In a thrilling piece of breaking news that is shared exclusively with The Deadline, the world-renowned film director Martin Scorsese has come ahead to reveal that he is all set to direct his next film, which will be based on the critically acclaimed ghost story novel ‘What Happens at Night’ by Peter Cameron. Headlining this film are none other than the ‘One Battle After Another’ hero Leonardo DiCaprio and ‘The Hunger Games’ Girl on Fire Jennifer Lawrence, who are pairing up for the first time since the comet that hit the earth in the apocalyptic comedy blockbuster ‘Don’t Look Up’ from Netflix.
As per the reports, the film is in discussion stages with Apple Original Films to fund and distribute the film, which has seen the writing of a script by Oscar-nominated playwright Patrick Marber, credited for Notes on a Scandal. The adaptation rights for Cameron’s novel were acquired by Studiocanal in 2023; subsequently, Scorsese, who was earlier set to produce the film, agreed to direct this chilling account of a frozen Europe with the haunting vision of Martin Scorsese.
Martin Scorsese Guides Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence Through a Tense, Psychological Thriller
The plot revolves around an American couple who travel to a snowy village in Europe to adopt a child. They are lodged at the gigantic Borgarfjaroasysla Grand Imperial Hotel, which is a monument of architectural brilliance, filled with quirky characters like an extravagant and mystical nightclub singer, a shady businessman, and a mysterious faith healer. The reality gets blurred, and as the couple tries to make sense of the weird surroundings present in the hotel, they also have no choice but to uncover the secrets of their union, themselves, and their past. For Scorsese, there is some familiar territory here, as he has already dealt with complex psychological characters and a spooky atmosphere in “Shutter Island,” which marked his last collaboration with DiCaprio. Scorsese has always had a special talent for balancing suspense, characters, and visuals, so when he combines those talents with the presence of DiCaprio and the acting chops of Lawrence, the results will surely leave an audience with a memorable cinematic experience. This marks Lawrence’s first collaborative effort with Scorsese on the direction, although the director did produce her last outing at Cannes, “Die, My Love,” which won acclaim at the festival of Cannes.
With Apple and Studiocanal Onboard, Martin Scorsese Promises Unforgettable Performances
The greatly anticipated collaboration of Lawrence and DiCaprio with Scorsese comes after Lawrence received huge acclaim for “Die, My Love” with Lynne Ramsay, thus making their much-awaited collaboration even more attractive. DiCaprio, who is soon to be seen in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” has the experienced ferocity that has ever characterized his duo with Scorsese after two decades of partnership. Apple Original Films has emerged as the ideal collaborator for this project, as it has backed both Killers of the Flower Moon and Causeway, establishing a first-look agreement with Sikelia Productions, Scorsese’s, and Appian Way, DiCaprio’s. The presence of Studiocanal ensures that this adaption remains faithful to Cameron’s ideas and that this clever, character-driven twist adds depth to this terrifying, snowy story through Marber’s script. According to the reports provided by The Deadline, the production team is reportedly planning to start production in January, and fans are eager about this combination of three Oscar-winning artists. While Scorsese is seen to be working on multiple projects simultaneously, such as his crime drama series in Hawaii featuring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt as leads, What Happens at Night seems to be celebrating a momentous occasion, marking the combination of suspense, surrealism, and great acting. For fans, the idea of DiCaprio and Lawrence reuniting on screen with Scorsese’s sharp and imaginative vision is simply too exciting an idea.
