Scorsese & DiCaprio Reunite to Produce Action Thriller Carthage Must Be Destroyed
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Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio are producing 'Carthage Must Be Destroyed,' directed by Ted Griffin. Filming starts in Rhode Island in October.
Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio are teaming up once again, but this time they're not making a movie together as actor and director. Instead, they'll be producing an exciting new action thriller called Carthage Must Be Destroyed. The film will be directed by Ted Griffin, who is best known for writing Ocean's Eleven.
The story follows a mysterious stranger who arrives in a rundown city that's controlled by criminals. Using his brains and strength, he begins to stir up trouble, turning people against each other to take down the corrupt leaders who run the place. It's expected to be a fast-paced, clever film with a dark, gritty setting.
Filming is planned to begin in Rhode Island this October, and the team is currently looking for actors to bring the story to life. Although the cast hasn't been revealed yet, with such a strong production team behind it, fans are expecting big names to be involved.
The movie is being made by several production companies, including Scorsese's Sikelia Productions and DiCaprio's Appian Way, along with Verdi Productions and Ketchup Entertainment. Alongside Scorsese and DiCaprio, producers Chad A. Verdi, Jennifer Davisson, Gareth West, and Christopher Donnelly are also helping to bring the project together.
Chad Verdi, one of the producers, called the movie a 'powerful and exciting project" and said it was an honour to work with such a talented team. He believes that Ted Griffin's strong screenplay will make for a gripping film.
Scorsese and DiCaprio have worked on several big movies together in the past, like The Wolf of Wall Street, The Aviator, and Shutter Island. While they won't be directing or acting in this one, their influence will be felt behind the scenes.
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