The Tragedy of Macbeth (upcoming film)

The Tragedy of Macbeth is an upcoming 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

Premise

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

Cast

Production

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.[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 began in Los Angeles on February 7, 2020.[5][6][7] In April, Coen announced that the film will officially be titled The Tragedy of Macbeth.[8]

It was announced on March 26, 2020, that filming has been halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[9]

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)". Discussing Film. October 2, 2019. Retrieved February 7, 2020.
  8. Sharf, Zack. "Joel Coen Teases His McDormand-Washington 'Macbeth' Film as 'Ticking-Clock' Thriller". IndieWire. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  9. Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen A24 ‘Macbeth’ Movie On Hiatus
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