It looks like a potential dream team is in the making – Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and Emily Blunt are rumored to be coming together for a new film project. According to Deadline, this movie would mark a new collaboration between Scorsese and DiCaprio, who have previously worked together on films like “The Aviator,” “Gangs of New York,” “The Departed,” “The Wolf of Wall Street,” and the upcoming “Killers of the Flower Moon.”
A Style Inspired by Goodfellas and The Departed
The film, which is said to be set in 1960s-70s Hawaii, would follow the story of an aspiring chief who fights against rival criminal factions to gain control of the islands. As described by Deadline, the movie would be a drama in the style of “Goodfellas” and “The Departed,” with a script written by journalist Nick Pileggi. This project is expected to be based on real events, with some creative liberties taken, similar to “Killers of the Flower Moon.”
The Cast and Crew
The cast of this potential film would include DiCaprio, Johnson, and Blunt, with Scorsese at the helm as director. The production would be handled by Scorsese, DiCaprio, and Blunt, along with Dany Garcia, Lisa Frechette, and Rick Yorn. Scorsese’s last film, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Picture, although it didn’t take home the award. Despite that, it was widely acclaimed as one of the best films of 2023.
A New Chapter for Scorsese and DiCaprio
This project would mark another collaboration between Scorsese and DiCaprio, a duo known for producing high-quality, engaging films. With the addition of Johnson and Blunt to the cast, this movie has the potential to be a thrilling and dramatic ride. Although details are still scarce, the combination of talent involved is enough to generate excitement among film enthusiasts. As more information becomes available, fans will be eagerly waiting to see how this project unfolds.