Man the more I hear about director Scott Cooper's (Crazy Heart) upcoming thriller Out of the Furnace the more I want to see it. "Relativity Media" reports today that filming has commenced and furthermore that Out of the Furnace is the "current working title." Read into that what you will but to me that means a title change is coming soon.
With Oscar winner Christian Bale headlining this puppy and noted actors like Casey Affleck, Sam Shepard, and Zoe Saldana already attached, you'd think this film would already have enough star power behind it.
You'd be wrong.
Oscar nominee Woody Harrelson, fresh off his turn as Haymitch in The Hunger Games, and Oscar winner Forest Whitaker have also joined the cast in undisclosed roles. Talk about adding a one-two punch.
Out of the Furnace follows the story of brothers Russell (Bale) and Rodney (Affleck) who live in an economically depressed area but dream of escaping. After Russell is suddenly sent to prison, Rodney joins a ruthless crime ring that costs Rodney nearly everything. Upon his release Russell must decide between personal freedom or justice for his brother. I think I know which one Bale is going to pick.
No release date yet on Out of the Furnace but stayed tuned for updates.
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