‘The Holdovers’ star Dominic Sessa is set to star in the upcoming drama ‘Tony,’ a biopic of late chef, author and TV personality Anthony Bourdain, according to a new report from Deadline.
Bourdain built his career working in various Manhattan restaurants throughout the ’80s and ’90s, eventually becoming the executive chef at Brasserie Les Halles. However, it was his essay collection about the hidden truths of the restaurant industry that raised him to fame.
After these essays were published in The New Yorker, Bourdain quickly became a media sensation, known for his straightforward, no-nonsense style that made him a fan-favorite. Here’s what we know about his upcoming biographical movie, which is still in its early stages.
Who is behind ‘Tony,’ Anthony Bourdain’s biopic?
Per the outlet, the project is being backed by Oscar-nominated production company Star Thrower Entertainment, with Tim and Trevor White producing. Meanwhile, Lou Howe and Todd Bartels wrote the script. A24 is in negotiations to acquire the project.
Who will be the director of Tony?
Matt Johnson is directing the project. The Canadian filmmaker is best known for helming ‘BlackBerry’ (2023), a film which documented the rise and fall of the BlackBerry phone. It received positive reviews after premiering at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival.
What will the story be about?
According to Deadline, it is not known which stage of Bourdain’s life the film will cover. However, the chef is best known for Travel Channel show Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, which ran for eight seasons (2005-2012). He tragically passed away in 2018 after committing suicide.
Who else is in the cast?
As for now, only Sessa is known to be attached to the project. He had his film debut in Alexander Payne’s The Holdovers, in which he starred alongside Paul Giamatti and Da’Vine Joy Randolph (who won an Oscar for her supporting role in the film).
