1992 (film)
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Directed by | Ariel Vromen |
Screenplay by |
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Story by | Sascha Penn |
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Starring | Tyrese Gibson Ray Liotta Scott Eastwood Christopher Ammanuel |
Cinematography | Frank G. DeMarco |
Edited by | Danny Rafic |
Music by | Gilad Benamram |
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Distributed by | Lionsgate |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
1992 (formerly titled April 29, 1992 and Clash) is an upcoming American drama film directed by Ariel Vromen and written by Sascha Penn and Vromen from a story by Penn.[1] The film stars Tyrese Gibson, Ray Liotta and Scott Eastwood.[2] The title of the film refers to the first night of the 1992 Los Angeles riots, which is where and when the film is set.[3] This is Liotta's final film appearance and the film will be dedicated to his memory.
Cast[edit]
- Tyrese Gibson as Mercer[4]
- Ray Liotta as Lowell[5]
- Scott Eastwood as Riggin Bigby[5]
- Michael Beasley[4]
- Christopher Ammanuel as Antoine King[5]
- Dylan Arnold as Dennis[5]
Production[edit]
In August 2015, it was reported that Ice Cube and O'Shea Jackson Jr. would star in the film with Will Packer producing, Donovan Marsh directing and Lionsgate serving as distributor.[6] However, Cube's publicist released a statement confirming that Cube and Jackson have no involvement with the film.[7]
In March 2021, it was announced that Vromen would direct the film.[3] In July 2021, it was announced that Gibson, Liotta and Eastwood were cast in the film.[2] In September 2021, it was announced that Beasley was cast in the film and that filming was underway in Bulgaria and Los Angeles.[4] In February 2022, it was announced that Ammanuel and Arnold were cast in the film.[5]
Collider reported that Liotta completed the filming of his scenes before his death in May 2022.[8]
References[edit]
- ^ "April 29, 1992". Writers Guild of America West. Retrieved August 28, 2023.
- ^ a b Donnelly, Matt (July 6, 2021). "Tyrese Gibson, Ray Liotta, Scott Eastwood Join Ariel Vromen's 'April 29, 1992' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ a b Donnelly, Matt (March 2, 2021). "Ariel Vromen to Direct Sascha Penn-Scripted LA Riots Thriller 'April 29, 1992' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ a b c Hipes, Patrick (September 3, 2021). "Michael Beasley Joins Ariel Vroman's L.A. Riots Drama 'April 29, 1992'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e Vlessing, Etan (February 24, 2022). "Christopher Ammanuel Boards L.A. Uprising Thriller 'April 29, 1992' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
- ^ Kit, Borys (August 20, 2015). "Ice Cube and Son to Reunite on L.A. Riots Thriller (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (August 20, 2015). "Ice Cube Denies Report About L.A. Riots Movie". Variety. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ Gaughan, Liam (May 27, 2022). "Ray Liotta's Greatest Roles, From 'Goodfellas' to 'The Place Beyond the Pines'". Collider. Retrieved August 11, 2023.