Madman Films and Sky Cinema are ready to take you on a wild ride with the upcoming Australian fantasy adventure film, The portable door. Based on Tom Holt’s popular book series, the story follows the journey of two interns, Paul Carpenter and Sophie, as they start working at the mysterious company JW Wells & Co, run by the nefarious duo, Humphrey Wells (Christopher Waltz) and Dennis Tanner (Sam Neill).
The story is a tale of magic, middle management and strange happenings in a company that is not what it seems. With the help of an enchanted towel, the two embark on an adventure to uncover the secrets of this strange enterprise.
The portable door is directed by the Australian director Jeffrey Walkerwho has already directed several TV series and films and has taken part in projects such as Young rock, Lambs of GodAND Difficult people. The screenplay is written by Leo Ford and this is the synopsis:
Starting a new job is always stressful, but when Paul Carpenter arrives at JW Wells’ office, he has no idea of the trouble ahead. He’s about to discover that the seemingly reputable institution that now pays him his salary is actually a front for a deeply sinister organization with a uniquely powerful agenda. Together with his new colleague Sophie, Paul embarks on an adventure with the help of an enchanted towel to discover the secrets of this strange enterprise and reveal what happens at night in these dark and forbidden corridors.
The film is produced by Todd Fellman and Blanca Lista, developed as a ‘Stan Original’ film, and will be released in Australian and UK cinemas from 7 April 2023. With an all-star cast that also includes Miranda Otto like Countess Judy, Damon Herriman, Sophie Wilde, Jessica De Gouw, Rachel House, Patrick GibsonAND Christopher Sommersthis film is described as a “family comedy that invites you into a world of fantasy and madness where all coincidences are orchestrated by a very strange company”.
The film will be released in theaters in the UK and Australia in April 2023. Unfortunately, a US release date has not yet been given.
by Joey Paur
Source: Geek Tyrant
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