Golden Globe nominee Aubrey Plaza (known for her work in The White Lotus) and Oscar winner Susan Sarandon (celebrated for Thelma & Louise) are set to star in the much-anticipated magical realist film, titled The Accompanist. Joining them in a significant role is Everly Carganilla from Spy Kids: Armageddon, who has been selected to portray one of the leading characters in this intriguing cinematic venture.
This exciting project is helmed by Zach Woods, a veteran from The Office and Silicon Valley, who will be directing from a screenplay he co-wrote with his longtime collaborator Brandon Gardner. This film marks Woods’ feature-length directorial debut, following his previous work on notable short films like David (2020) and Bud (2021). Notably, David earned a nomination for the prestigious Short Film Palme d’Or at the 2020 Cannes Film Festival, showcasing Woods’ talent and vision.
“Life can feel so lonely sometimes. I think it’s worth telling stories about how scary, funny, and glorious it is when we’re brave enough to try to find our way to each other in the dark,” Woods expressed in a statement, emphasizing the film’s thematic depth and emotional resonance.
Discover the Compelling Narrative of The Accompanist Featuring Aubrey Plaza
The production of The Accompanist involves a talented team, including Woods, Plaza, Michael Sagol, Allison Hironaka, Carlos Zozaya, and Lauren Bratman. The executive producers include Bert Hamelinck, Hannah Reyer, Vincent Newman, Vance Howard, Brandon Gardner, Avtar Khalsa, Corentin De Saedeleer, Dan Sbrega, Daniel “Dickey” Abedon, and Philipp Engelhorn. Produced by Caviar, the film is currently being represented for international sales by Mister Smith Entertainment. The project is currently in the post-production phase, building anticipation among audiences.
The official synopsis reveals an engaging plot: “When 9-year-old Emily (Carganilla) inadvertently informs her school nurse that her grandfather, who suffers from dementia, almost led them into danger, a rookie child-welfare agent named Sarah (Plaza) is dispatched to investigate their home situation. A chaotic extraction unfolds, leading to Emily being placed in the care of Sylvia, a new foster parent,” the narrative explains. “Sylvia (Sarandon) possesses a mysterious, witchy, and unpredictable personality, coupled with a natural warmth and playfulness that masks her haunting past. As the bond between Emily and Sylvia strengthens, their individual worlds, aspirations, and visions start to intertwine. Faced with the risks of their deepening friendship, they must confront a critical question: how much are they willing to sacrifice for a love that seems to awaken the ghosts of their past?”
(Source: Deadline)
