Photo Credit: Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Green, and Maria Pedraza's Official Pages
What happens when a wealthy criminal mastermind tries to cheat death and fortune? This is the darkly thrilling premise of "Just Play Dead," an upcoming film starring Oscar nominee Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction), the enigmatic Eva Green and rising Spanish star Mar&iacute;a Pedraza.
Directed by Gary Fleder (Homefront, Runaway Jury, Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead) and written by Dan Gordon (Rambo: Last Blood, The Hurricane), this stylish thriller promises deceit, betrayal, and deadly mind games.
Plot Summary&nbsp;
In "Just Play Dead," Jackson portrays Jack Wolfe, a wealthy criminal mastermind who finds himself trapped by the Feds. Desperate to escape, Jack devises a plan to fake his own death and collect on a $30 million life insurance policy, with the help of his "grieving" wife, Nora (played by Green). However, Nora has her own agenda: she plans to kill Jack for real, frame her surfer lover, Chad, and keep the fortune for herself. As betrayals pile up, Jack and Nora race to outwit each other in a deadly game of deception. Only one can emerge alive from this high-stakes showdown.
Behind the Scenes
The film is a European co-production led by Phil Hunt of Head Gear Films, alongside Valentin Dimitrov (The Hitman's Bodyguard) of Gemstone Films, Sagiv Diamant (We Die Young), Moshe Diamant (The Prot&eacute;g&eacute;), and Gaby Whyte Hart, who also serves as the casting director. Executive producers include Arianne Fraser and Delphine Perrier, who are co-financing the project and managing international sales.&nbsp;
Filming Location and Timeline&nbsp;
Production is set to begin this fall in the Canary Islands, providing a scenic backdrop for the film&rsquo;s sun-soaked, suspense-filled narrative.
What the Filmmakers Say
&ldquo;I have always been drawn to stories that defy categorization, that live somewhere between genres and challenge audiences to stay engaged,&rdquo; said director Gary Fleder. &ldquo;With 'Just Play Dead,' written by the immensely talented Dan Gordon and starring Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green, I have the chance to return to that rich, unpredictable territory. This film is provocative and original&mdash;a perfect blend of clever storytelling and thrilling twists.&rdquo;
Highland Film Group CEO Arianne Fraser added, &ldquo;Working with such incredible talents as Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green is a true honor. Eva will deliver a captivating performance as the cunning and seductive wife to Samuel&rsquo;s powerful kingpin in this intoxicating thriller.&rdquo;
COO Delphine Perrier noted, &ldquo;Dan Gordon has crafted a complex tale of lies, deceit, and betrayal, and Gary Fleder is the ideal director to bring this suspenseful project to life&mdash;one that is already attracting buyers worldwide.&rdquo;
Gemstone Films expressed their excitement: &ldquo;Bringing together the legendary Samuel L. Jackson and the captivating Eva Green for 'Just Play Dead' is an exciting moment. With Dan Gordon&rsquo;s gripping script and Gary Fleder at the helm, we&rsquo;re creating a thrilling ride filled with twists and compelling performances&mdash;we can&rsquo;t wait to see it on screen.&rdquo;
A Reunion for Jackson and Green
"Just Play Dead" marks a long-awaited reunion for Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green, who last appeared together in Tim Burton&rsquo;s 2016 fantasy "Miss Peregrine&rsquo;s Home for Peculiar Children." With the addition of Mar&iacute;a Pedraza&mdash;known for "Money Heist" and "Elite"&mdash;the film brings a youthful spark to its already powerhouse cast.
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Cannes is buzzing with early interest, and fans are eager to see what happens when the stakes are this high and the players this dangerous.

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