As reported by Deadline, acclaimed actors Scarlett Johansson and Miles Teller have officially joined the cast of the highly anticipated drama Paper Tiger. This upcoming film is helmed by the talented director James Gray, known for his work on Ad Astra. They will be performing alongside Adam Driver, who was previously announced for the project. Johansson and Teller are stepping in as last-minute replacements for Anne Hathaway and Jeremy Strong, both of whom had to exit the project due to scheduling conflicts that could not be resolved.
Paper Tiger is characterized as a gripping and intense narrative, focusing on the tumultuous journey of two brothers chasing the American Dream. However, their aspirations lead them into a deceptive scheme that initially appears to offer a bright future but quickly spirals into chaos. As they maneuver through a perilous landscape filled with corruption and violence, they find their family subjected to brutal terror at the hands of the Russian Mafiya. The pressure mounts, causing their once unbreakable bond to weaken, and the specter of betrayal, previously unimaginable, becomes a stark reality.
James Gray is not only directing but also crafting the screenplay for this compelling project, with production slated to commence next month in New Jersey. This film promises to be a significant addition to the genre, showcasing Gray’s unique storytelling style and talent for character development.
Scarlett Johansson has a plethora of exciting projects lined up, including her directorial debut titled Eleanor the Great. This film features the talented June Squibb, portraying a 90-year-old woman from Florida who unexpectedly forms a deep friendship with a 19-year-old student in New York City. The film is set to premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, adding to Johansson’s already impressive repertoire. Additionally, she will appear in Wes Anderson‘s ensemble film The Phoenician Scheme, which is also scheduled to debut at Cannes on May 18th before being released in theaters on May 30th.
Among her various projects, Johansson’s most significant role this year is in Jurassic World Rebirth, where she takes on the character of Zora Bennett. Zora is depicted as a highly skilled covert operations expert tasked with leading a critical mission to secure genetic material from the globe’s three largest dinosaurs. When her operation collides with a civilian family caught in a boating disaster caused by aggressive aquatic dinosaurs, they all find themselves stranded on an ominous island. There, they uncover a shocking secret that has remained hidden from the world for decades. This exciting film is set to hit theaters on July 2nd.
On the other hand, Miles Teller recently starred alongside Anya Taylor-Joy in the film The Gorge. His upcoming project will see him teaming up with Elizabeth Olsen in Eternity, a romantic comedy produced by A24. This film explores the profound question of who individuals wish to spend eternity with in the afterlife, making it a thought-provoking narrative. While it currently lacks a specific release date, it is anticipated to be available later this year, keeping fans eager for its debut.
