The Tragedy of Macbeth (upcoming film)

The Tragedy of Macbeth is an upcoming American 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.

The Tragedy of Macbeth
Directed byJoel Coen
Produced by
Screenplay byJoel Coen
Based onMacbeth
by William Shakespeare
Starring
Music byCarter Burwell
CinematographyBruno Delbonnel
Production
company
  • A24
  • Scott Rudin Productions
Distributed byA24
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Premise

After being convinced by three witches, a Scottish Lord sets out to become the King of Scotland.

Cast

Production

Development and casting

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, Scott Rudin would produce, and A24 would distribute.[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

Filming began in Los Angeles on February 7, 2020.[5][6][7] To give the film a look "untethered from reality", it was shot entirely on sound stages.[8] In April, Coen announced that the film will officially be titled The Tragedy of Macbeth.[9]

It was announced on March 26, 2020, that filming had been halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[10] Production resumed on July 23, 2020,[11] and concluded on July 31, 2020.[12]

Music

The film's score is being composed by Carter Burwell, the Coen brothers' longtime collaborator.[8]

References
  1. Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen Teaming For ‘Macbeth’ Movie
  2. Exclusive: Corey Hawkins in Talks to Join Denzel Washington in A24’s ‘Macbeth’
  3. Newcomer Moses Ingram Joins Denzel Washington in Joel Coen’s ‘Macbeth’
  4. 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.
  5. Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand to Star in Joel Coen’s ‘Macbeth’
  6. Macbeth Production Listing
  7. "A24's 'Macbeth' Eyeing To Begin Filming In Early February (EXCLUSIVE)". DiscussingFilm. October 2, 2019. Retrieved February 7, 2020.
  8. Lattanzio, Ryan (June 27, 2020). "Carter Burwell Remembers the 'No Country for Old Men' Score That Never Was". IndieWire. Retrieved September 1, 2020.
  9. Sharf, Zack. "Joel Coen Teases His McDormand-Washington 'Macbeth' Film as 'Ticking-Clock' Thriller". IndieWire. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  10. Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen A24 ‘Macbeth’ Movie On Hiatus
  11. Hassell, Alex (July 23, 2020). "Back to work. #thetragedyofmacbeth #joelcoen #denzelwashington #francismcdormand #alexhassell #losangeles #holyshit". Instagram. Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  12. "Our Local 724 Brothers wrapping up the movie "The Tragedy of MacBeth" at Warner Brothers Studio Lot". Instagram. July 31, 2020. Retrieved August 3, 2020.
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