The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021 film)
| The Tragedy of Macbeth | |
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| Directed by | Joel Coen |
| Screenplay by | Joel Coen |
| Based on | Macbeth by William Shakespeare |
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| Cinematography | Bruno Delbonnel |
| Music by | Carter Burwell |
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| Distributed by | A24 |
The Tragedy of Macbeth is an upcoming film written and directed by Joel Coen and based on the tragedy of the same name by William Shakespeare. It will be the first film directed by one of the Coen brothers without the other's involvement.
Premise
After being convinced by three witches, a Scottish Lord sets out to become the King of Scotland.
Cast
- Denzel Washington as Lord Macbeth
- Frances McDormand as Lady Macbeth
- Brendan Gleeson as King Duncan
- Corey Hawkins as Macduff
- Moses Ingram as Lady Macduff
- Harry Melling as Malcolm
- Ralph Ineson
- Brian Thompson as Young Murderer
- Sean Patrick Thomas as Monteith
- Lucas Barker as Fleance
- Kathryn Hunter as the witches
- Alex Hassell
Production
It was announced in March 2019 that Joel Coen, in a rare solo effort, was to write and direct a new take on the William Shakespeare play. Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand were set to star in the film.[1] In November, Brendan Gleeson and Corey Hawkins entered negotiations to join the cast.[2] Both were confirmed in January 2020, along with the addition of Moses Ingram, Harry Melling and Ralph Ineson to the cast.[3][4]
Filming began in Los Angeles on February 7, 2020.[5][6][7] In April, Coen announced that the film will officially be titled The Tragedy of Macbeth.[8]
It was announced on March 26, 2020, that filming has been halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[9] Production resumed on July 23, 2020.[10]
References
- ^ Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen Teaming For ‘Macbeth’ Movie
- ^ Exclusive: Corey Hawkins in Talks to Join Denzel Washington in A24’s ‘Macbeth’
- ^ Newcomer Moses Ingram Joins Denzel Washington in Joel Coen’s ‘Macbeth’
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (January 31, 2020). "Joel Coen's 'Macbeth' With Denzel Washington & Frances McDormand Readies For Shoot, 'Buster Scruggs' Actor Harry Melling Latest To Join". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
- ^ Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand to Star in Joel Coen’s ‘Macbeth’
- ^ Macbeth Production Listing
- ^ "A24's 'Macbeth' Eyeing To Begin Filming In Early February (EXCLUSIVE)". Discussing Film. October 2, 2019. Retrieved February 7, 2020.
- ^ Sharf, Zack. "Joel Coen Teases His McDormand-Washington 'Macbeth' Film as 'Ticking-Clock' Thriller". IndieWire. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
- ^ Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen A24 ‘Macbeth’ Movie On Hiatus
- ^ Hassell, Alex (July 23, 2020). "Back to work. #thetragedyofmacbeth #joelcoen #denzelwashington #francismcdormand #alexhassell #losangeles #holyshit". Instagram. Retrieved July 26, 2020.
