The $30 million toe in the water
David Leitch's upcoming heist comedy 'How to Rob a Bank' has just unveiled fresh details at CinemaCon, featuring an ensemble cast including Nicholas Hoult,Zoë Kravitz, and Pete Davidson.
The film follows a group of bank robbers who film their heists and post them as tutorials on a YouTube channel, deliberately taunting and outsmarting law enforcement.
Leitch describes it as a modern twist on the heist genre, calling it a little bit of a Robin Hood for the digital age and noting that it examines the tension between law and justice.
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Netflix remains fully committed to its adaptation of the popular video game 'Gears of War ,' with a strong draft in progress and both the studio and game developer The Coalition eager to move forward.
The timing aligns with the upcoming release of a new Gears of War game, further fueling momentum for the film adaptation.
Leitch confirmed that the project is on track, with a strong script and a talented cast lined up.
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David Leitch's enthusiasm for staying busy was a recurring theme; he emphasized his love for being on set and the physical process of filmmaking, a perspective shaped by his background as a performer and stunt designer .
Unlike many directors who take extended breaks between projects,Leitch finds energy in continuous work and feels fortunate to have multiple passion projects lined up, including 'Jason Statham Stole My Bike,' which he touted as having one of the greatest titles in cinematic history.
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Early test screenings for 'How to Rob a Bank' yielded overwhelmingly positive reactions, with audiences from diverse backgrounds connecting to the film's themes.
Leitch noted that while he always takes something away from test screenings, the response only reinforced his excitement.
The film aims to turn the genre on its head, offering both high-energy entertainment and a reflective mirror on contemporary society.
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Leitch characterized 'How to Rob a Bank' as perhaps his most punk rock film yet, highlighting its social commentary and relevance to the social media era.
The film's script is sharp and provocative, blending humor, action,and cultural critique in a way that feels fresh and urgent.
With a stacked cast and a strong script, 'How to Rob a Bank' positions itself as a standout entry in the heist genre .
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