After parting ways with director Bassam Tariq, Marvel Studios moved quickly, not only to replace him, but a new writer and source told Deadline Jan Demanzi signed on to direct the picture Michael Starberry Create a new script. It stars Mahershala Ali and is produced by Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige.
After Tariq’s departure from the project, Marvel decided to put pre-production on hold, wanting to make sure they had the right director and writer, so they decided not to rush to find a replacement for him. They’ve also rearranged the release schedule, with the film bowing on Sept. 6, 2024, with production set to begin next year in Atlanta.
By setting aside extra time to meet with candidates, Marvel was able to focus on writers and directors who could deliver the tone they wanted to achieve with this film. blade In the photo, an insider says Marvel is looking to use a darker tone with this film than other MCU projects have done in the past. , Demange got the job.
Demanji big break in drama 71 Starring Jack O’Connell. The film was critically acclaimed and put DeMange on the map, eventually landing him a job directing Matthew McConaughey’s crime drama. Rick the Whiteboy. Other credits to Demange include: lovecraft country Direct and executive produce scanner HBO and movie series dummy With his production company Wayward, AMI and Vixens.
As for Starberry, the scribe is in demand following his work in the critically acclaimed Emmy-nominated limited series. when they saw us He also recently served as an executive producer on a limited series. Colin in black and white.
Demange is represented by CAA and attorneys Carlos Goodman and Sue Rodgers. Starrbury is represented by the CAA and the Circle of Confusion and attorney Robert Syzmanski.