Words on Bathroom Walls
Words on Bathroom Walls is an upcoming American drama film, directed by Thor Freudenthal, from a screenplay by Nick Naveda, based upon the novel of the same name by Julia Walton. It stars Charlie Plummer, Taylor Russell, Andy García, AnnaSophia Robb, Beth Grant, Devon Bostick, Lobo Sebastian, Molly Parker and Walton Goggins.
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Directed by | Thor Freudenthal |
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Screenplay by | Nick Naveda |
Based on | Words on Bathroom Walls by Julia Walton |
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Music by | The Chainsmokers Andrew Hollander |
Cinematography | Michael Goi |
Edited by | Peter McNulty |
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Distributed by | Roadside Attractions |
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Country | United States |
Language | English |
The film is scheduled to be released on August 7, 2020, by Roadside Attractions.
Plot
After getting expelled at his previous high school Adam, diagnosed with a mental illness, he strikes up a friendship with Maya, who inspires him not to be defined by his condition.
Cast
- Charlie Plummer as Adam
- Taylor Russell as Maya
- Andy García as Father Patrick
- AnnaSophia Robb as Rebecca
- Beth Grant
- Devon Bostick as Joaquin
- Lobo Sebastian
- Molly Parker
- Walton Goggins
- Drew Scheid as Ted
- Becca Hallman
Production
In February 2018, Thor Freudenthal was announced to direct the film, from a screenplay by Nick Navaeda, based upon the novel of the same name by Julia Walton, with LD Entertainment producing.[1] In March 2018, Charlie Plummer and Taylor Russell joined the cast of the film.[2][3] In April 2018, Andy García, Molly Parker, Walton Goggins, AnnaSophia Robb and Devon Bostick joined the cast of the film.[4][5] The Chainsmokers and Andrew Hollander composed the film's score.[6]
Principal photography began in May 2018.[7]
Release
In June 2020, Roadside Attractions acquired distribution rights to the film and set it for an August 7, 2020, release.[8]
References
- N'Duka, Amanda (February 22, 2018). "LD Entertainment Adapting Julia Walton's Book 'Words On Bathroom Walls'; Thor Freudenthal To Direct". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 24, 2020.
- Kroll, Justin (27 March 2018). "'Lost in Space' Star Taylor Russell Joins Charlie Plummer in 'Words on the Bathroom Walls' (EXCLUSIVE)". variety.com. Retrieved 28 March 2018.
- Kroll, Justin (March 27, 2018). "'Lost in Space' Star Taylor Russell Joins Charlie Plummer in 'Words on the Bathroom Walls' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved June 24, 2020.
- McNary, Dave (11 May 2018). "Andy Garcia, Walton Goggins, Molly Parker Join Drama 'Words on Bathroom Walls'". variety.com. Retrieved 11 September 2018.
- N'Duka, Amanda (April 27, 2018). "Alicia Coppola Cast In DC Film 'The Kitchen'; Devon Bostick Joins 'Words On Bathroom Walls'". Deadline Hollywood.
- "The Chainsmokers & Andrew Hollander Scoring Thor Freudenthal's Words on Bathroom Walls". FilmMusicReporter. June 24, 2020. Retrieved June 24, 2020.
- "Photos: Words on Bathroom Walls Filming". starnewsonline.com. Retrieved 11 September 2018.
- Ramos, Dino-Ray (June 24, 2020). "'Words On Bathroom Walls': LD Entertainment And Roadside Attractions Set Release Date For Adaptation Of Julia Walton's YA Novel". Deadline. Retrieved June 24, 2020.