Cast and Production Details

Martin Freeman (The Responder), Josh Hutcherson (The Hunger Games), Malin Akerman (Watchmen), Jess Weixler (Monsters), and Craig Roberts (Submarine) have been confirmed for the cast of Jamie Adams’ film Let’s Love, which is currently filming in Wales.

Filming Locations and Postproduction

Let’s Love, written by Adams with input from the cast, is being shot in various locations including Cardiff, the Brecon Beacons, Porthcrawl, and Dragon Studios in Bridgend. Postproduction is expected to wrap up by early 2025.

Production Companies and Additional Cast

The relationship comedy is produced by Happy Hour Productions from Bristol and Boudica Entertainment from Manchester, in collaboration with Principal Film Finance. Additional cast members include Chloe Jouannet and Richard Elis.

Plot Overview

In the film, Freeman plays screenwriter Nigel, with Akerman as film director Andrea, Hutcherson as her leading actor husband Jackson, and Weixler as his romantic interest Jess. The group reunites in Wales for a 10-year anniversary fan convention of their previous film, only to find that the studio rep has made a scheduling error.

Character Dynamics and Themes

Disappointed and with a free weekend, they have a chance to pitch a sequel idea the following week, leaving them just days to find inspiration. As they wander the Welsh countryside, they inadvertently return to the location of their cult classic, prompting them to confront their personal anxieties, goals, and broken relationships.

Producer Insights

Producer Tom George from Happy Hour describes the film as a relationship comedy that also presents a fish-out-of-water narrative, showcasing the actors in amusing situations while they reflect on their lives and stay focused on their work.

Director’s Style

Adams is recognized for his improvisational directing style, often filming his features on location over short periods. His recent works include Love Spreads featuring Alia Shawkat and She is Love with Haley Bennett and others, which was filmed under challenging conditions during the Covid pandemic.

Filmmaking Experience

Adams expressed gratitude for the collaborative effort in making Let’s Love a rewarding experience, highlighting the involvement of renowned actors like Freeman, Hutcherson, Akerman, and Weixler. He remarked, “Indie filmmaking is alive and well.”

Producers’ Perspective

Rebecca Long from Boudica Entertainment shared her excitement about producing a film in Adams’ unique style, emphasizing the thrill of working with an incredible cast where dialogue is primarily improvised.

Cast Testimonials

Freeman expressed joy in working with Adams on Let’s Love, stating he would gladly do it all over again, praising the fantastic cast involved.

Distribution Rights

World rights for the film are currently available as producers engage with potential distribution partners.

Representation

Freeman is represented by Modern Collective and CAA; Hutcherson by Gersh and others; Akerman by United Talent Agency and Mosaic; Weixler by Gersh and Mosaic; and Roberts by Curtis Brown.

Person

Martin Freeman, Josh Hutcherson, Malin Akerman, Jess Weixler, Craig Roberts, Chloe Jouannet, Richard Elis, Alia Shawkat, Haley Bennett, Sam Riley, Marisa Abela, Jamie Adams, Tom George, Rebecca Long

Company Names

Happy Hour Productions, Boudica Entertainment, Principal Film Finance, Modern Collective, CAA, Gersh, Hansen, Jacobson, Teller, Hoberman, Newman, Warren, Richman, Rush, Kaller & Gellman, LLP, TFC Management, United Talent Agency, Mosaic, Curtis Brown

Titles

Let’s Love, The Responder, The Hunger Games, Watchmen, Monsters, Submarine, Love Spreads, She is Love

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