First look at Leonardo DiCaprio in Paul Thomas Anderson’s new movie. Discover on-set images and insights into this much-awaited project.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
First look at Leonardo DiCaprio in Paul Thomas Anderson's untitled new movie.
The film is expected to be Anderson's most commercially ambitious project.
High-speed chases and special effects reported in Northern California towns.
First Glimpse at DiCaprio in Anderson’s Untitled Project
The latest Hollywood buzz centers around the first set of photos of Leonardo DiCaprio in Paul Thomas Anderson’s upcoming yet-to-be-titled film. These images, shared on Twitter by users @jasonosia and @justashottt_, capture DiCaprio donning a bathrobe and stocking hat, complete with a mustache and sunglasses. The scene takes place outside Murphy’s Health & Wellness Center, where DiCaprio is seen using a payphone.
A Sneak Peek into Anderson’s New Venture
This still-untitled film, referred to as the “BC Project,” marks another collaboration between DiCaprio and Anderson following Anderson’s uncredited screenplay rewrites on ‘Killers of the Flower Moon.’ Anticipation is high, with predictions suggesting this could be Anderson’s first film to cross the $100 million mark.
Production Insights
The movie began production on January 21, 2024, under Warner Bros. Alongside DiCaprio, the cast includes notable actors Sean Penn and Regina Hall. While specific plot details remain confidential, it’s known that the story is set in contemporary times.
DiCaprio, fresh off his role in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ directed by Martin Scorsese, is back in the spotlight. Although he didn’t receive an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Ernest Burkhart, the film was a contender in several categories, including Best Picture and acting roles for Lily Gladstone and Robert De Niro.
Anderson’s Legacy and Production Team
Paul Thomas Anderson is renowned for his work on films such as ‘Boogie Nights,’ ‘Magnolia,’ ‘Punch-Drunk Love,’ ‘There Will Be Blood,’ ‘The Master,’ ‘Inherent Vice,’ ‘Phantom Thread,’ and ‘Licorice Pizza.’ Alongside directing, Anderson also produces this new DiCaprio movie starring Sara Murphy. The release date of the film is yet to be announced.
High-Speed Chases and Special Effects in Northern California Towns
In related news, the production of this major film is creating a stir in Northern California towns, with high-speed chases and special effects becoming a common sight. Despite efforts to access detailed insights from SFGate’s article on this aspect, technical challenges prevented a deeper dive into this particular element of the film’s production.
