Greengrass reunites with Tom Hanks to bring us this Western drama following a Texan (Hanks) plying his trade by delivering news to townspeople across the west, who gets caught up in the rescue attempt of a kidnapped girl. Buzz has been very strong for Greengrass’ film, with resident IndieWire insider Anne Thompson hinting it could be a major player come next April’s Oscars — we’re not surprised, the last time Hanks and Greengrass teamed up for a film was in 2013 for their excellent “Captain Phillips.” Greengrass (“United 93,“ “The Bourne Ultimatum”) wrote the screenplay along with “Lion” scribe Luke Davies (“Lion“), it is based on the National Book Award finalist and best-selling novel by Paulette Jiles. “News of the World” also co-stars Elizabeth Marvel, Mare Winningham, Mare Winningham, and newcomer Helena Zengel. A scheduled Christmas Day release is planned, but don’t be surprised if a straight-to-digital release takes its place instead. After all, releasing a new movie in theaters has become close to a novelty in 2020. Watch the trailer below: Contribute Hire me
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