Andrew Niccol, who brought us the amazing tale of Gattaca, about a society where you could only get anywhere if you were perfect and about how those judged imperfect got around the system, is preparing his next vision of future society gone horribly wrong.
Orlando Bloom will star in the film “The Cross”. Here’s the official synopsis:
Mylar (Bloom) and his younger brother Castro come to a town to cross the border in search of a better life. The two travelers, full of hope, all too quickly realize that their journey leads them to an inescapable world full of doom. The enigmatic border is strictly enforced under the command of a guard, Guideon, who prohibits anyone from ever leaving. Castro doesn’t make it alive past two weeks, but Mylar defies all odds and becomes the first to successfully cross the border. And he also becomes the first to come back… all for the love of a woman, Vera. Mylar must now devise a plan not only to set himself free, but all of his fellow citizens as well. But perhaps crossing the border is not the answer. Perhaps the key lies in altering the border and whatever it may represent…
If the movie looks anything like the concept art and also stays true to the story, I think we’re in business. We’ll be watching this one carefully. Pre-production is underway in Australia and the release date is looking like next year. Orlando Bloom, Vincent Cassel, John Goodman and Olga Kurylenko will star. Thanks QuietEarth.
