Bankside directs Groucho Marx’s “Eyebrows Raised” with Geoffrey Rush, Sienna Miller and Charlie Plummer – Cannes Market

Exclusive: Addressing the fur market, Bankside Films has acquired the international rights to the Oren Moverman project Arched eyebrows.

As previously announced, Jeffrey Rush (The king’s speech), Siena Miller (21 bridgeand Charlie PlummerMoonlight) Expected to appear in the 1970s TV series about the later years of comedy icon Grucho Marx.

The film follows Steve (Plummer) as he enters the world of elderly comedian Marx (Rashi) in search of his dream job, under the watchful eye of Erin Fleming (Miller), a young woman who has gone through personal and professional life. by Grucho. The struggle for power of subsequent generations leads to the horror comedy.

Delivery courier And the director of Rampart Moverman, from a screenplay written with director Steve Stoliar, based on his memoir. Raised Eyebrows: My Grucho Years.

Bankside discusses the project with buyers at the upcoming Cannes market. ICM Partners and CAA Media Finance develop internal rights.

The film is produced by Miranda Bailey and Mowerman. Sight Unseen Pictures’ Julia Lebedev and Eddie Weissmann recently joined the production team, working with executive producers Stephen Kellier and Sophie Green on Bankside.

Stephen Kellyher said: “We were immediately obsessed with the unique and fascinating true story. arched eyebrows Which highlights one of the most challenging and compelling relationships in show business history. It is a real honor to make this film with such a prestigious team. “

Oren Moverman added: “I am thrilled and grateful that Bankside is joining our brutal cinematic family to bring Grucho back to theaters. Their independent quality focus speaks for itself. “These days she says it all.”

Miranda Bailey commented: “Grucho Marx was an icon that transcended local boundaries; We are delighted to present this project to Marche du Film and to share it with international buyers to reach today’s global audience. “