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What is Colin Farrell's new movie 'Art' about and who else is starring in it?

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Colin Farrell stars in the comedy 'Art,' an adaptation of a French play about three friends whose relationship strains over a modern art purchase.

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Co-starsRalph Fiennes and Wagner Moura
DirectorFernando Meirelles
Source materialTony-winning play by French playwright Yasmina Reza
ScreenwriterChristopher Hampton, two-time Oscar winner
GenreComedy satire about modern art, friendship, and intellectual pretension
Production companyLegendary Entertainment

Plot Synopsis

Art follows three long-time friends named Serge, Marc, and Yvan. Serge purchases an expensive, large white painting with slightly-less white lines, indulging his passion for modern art. Marc is horrified by the purchase and believes Serge has wasted money on something that isn't true art. Their conflicting opinions about what constitutes art creates considerable strain in their relationship. Yvan, their troubled friend, finds himself caught in the middle of the conflict and attempts to please both of them, but his efforts only make things worse.

Cast and Crew

Ralph Fiennes, a three-time Oscar nominee, Colin Farrell, an Oscar nominee, and Wagner Moura, a recent Oscar nominee, are teaming up for the film. Fernando Meirelles, an Oscar-nominated Brazilian director known for City of God, The Constant Gardener, and The Two Popes, will direct. Christopher Hampton, a two-time Oscar winner, has adapted the screenplay from Yasmina Reza's original play.

Source Material and Adaptation

Art is based on Yasmina Reza's Tony-winning play of the same name. The play has been adapted into an English-language film that satirizes modern art, friendship, and intellectual pretension. This marks a significant film adaptation of the popular stage work.

Production Details

The film is being produced with backing from Legendary Entertainment and producer Patrick Wachsberger's 193. It is launching in the Cannes market, with CAA representing U.S. rights.

Sources

  1. Ralph Fiennes, Colin Farrell & Wagner Moura Team For Comedy 'Art' (deadline.com)
  2. Ralph Fiennes, Colin Farrell and Wagner Moura to Star in ‘Art’ Satire From ‘City of God’ Director Fernando Meirelles (variety.com)