Actress Anna Lambe, who has appeared in True Detective: Night Country and North of North, will be co-starring with Brad Pitt in Paramount Pictures’ The Heart of the Beast, an upcoming action-adventure film. David Ayer is directing the film, which delves into survival and survival in the unforgiving Alaskan wilderness.
A Star-Studded Cast and Crew
Anna Lambe is one of a star-studded ensemble cast that includes Oscar winner J.K. Simmons and Brad Pitt as a former Army Special Forces soldier and his war dog who fight to stay alive following a plane crash that leaves them stranded in Alaska. While details of Anna Lambe’s casting have been under wraps, the news that she has boarded the production has thrilled fans and industry experts.
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The script is by Cameron Alexander, an executive producer. Surprisingly, The Heart of the Beast has a solid production crew, with La La Land and Babylon director Damien Chazelle producing under his Wild Chickens Productions. Producing alongside him are Olivia Hamilton, Temple Hill Entertainment, David Ayer’s Crave Pictures, and Brad Pitt’s Plan B Entertainment. Richard Raymond is credited as a co-producer.
Anna Lambe’s Rising Career
Anna Lambe is fast establishing herself in Hollywood. She soon features as lead in the Canadian comedy series North of North, which will premiere on Netflix on April 10. She has also featured in a supporting capacity alongside Jodie Foster in True Detective: Night Country and has shared screen space with Alfred Molina in Amazon’s limited series Three Pines.
With her increasing number of credits, The Heart of the Beast is a benchmark in Anna Lambe’s career, putting her in the same league as some of the biggest players in the industry.
David Ayer and Brad Pitt Reunite
Screenwriter David Ayer and Brad Pitt are collaborating after the success of their last film project the World War II drama film Fury (2014). Ayer, known for his gritty and action movies, has also been directing other movies like Suicide Squad, Bright, and The Beekeeper.
David Ayer’s latest project starring Jason Statham named A Working Man is set to release this Friday.
Brad Pitt, however, has been engaged with high-profile films. He will be seen in Joseph Kosinski’s latest car racing movie F1, which releases in June, with Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, and Javier Bardem. Pitt’s recent output also includes Wolfs last year with George Clooney and Chazelle’s Babylon in 2022.
Anticipation Grows
With a critically acclaimed cast, a veteran director, and a suspenseful survival plot, The Heart of the Beast is going to be one of the most anticipated action films of the coming years. While no official release date has been given, fans are looking forward to hearing more about Anna Lambe’s character and filming of the movie.
