Focus Features has announced the acquisition of Tom Ford’s upcoming thriller, “Nocturnal Animals,” which is set to star Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Ford will write, direct and produce the film through his production company, Fade to Black. He presented his vision of the project to buyers at the Cannes Film Festival and it will be the follow-up to his directorial debut, “A Single Man.”
Based on Austin Wright’s novel, “Tony and Susan,” “Nocturnal Animals focuses on an art gallery owner who is haunted by her ex-husband’s novel, a violent thriller which she interprets as a veiled threat.
“Tom’s vision for his film is unique and inspiring and something that global audiences will be thrilled by,” said Focus CEO Peter Schlessel. “Tom has proven his prowess as a filmmaker and this romantic tale of revenge and regret will be a fantastic addition to our slate.”
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