“Sacrifice” will be the comedic thriller that brings Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Evans together on the big screen for the first time. The stars have been cast to lead the new movie by French director Romain Gavras.
The project, currently in pre-production, will mark the English-language film debut of the filmmaker, who is not only known for titles like “Athena” in Netflix but also for being Dua Lipa’s ex-boyfriend.
The director himself will co-write the script alongside Will Arbery (Succession and Irma Vep) . Although it’s not yet known when it will hit theaters, it has been confirmed that it will feature a cast full of Hollywood’s top stars.
Who is the cast of Sacrifice?
Chris Evans (Avengers) and Anya Taylor-Joy (The Menu) will collaborate for the first time in this incredible satirical thriller as the main characters, but they won’t be the only top-tier stars in significant roles.
Salma Hayek (Frida) and Brendan Fraser (The Whale) have also joined the cast, making them the only four actors confirmed for the project so far. Without a doubt, this will be one of the most anticipated titles of 2025.
Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Evans (Source: @FilmUpdates)
What is Sacrifice about?
The story follows charismatic actor Mike Tyler (played by Chris Evans), who, after suffering a public breakdown, attempts to revive his career by attending an exclusive charity gala on a volcanic island.
However, the event takes a dark turn when a radical group, led by Joan (played by Anya Taylor-Joy), interrupts the gala with a prophetic mission: to sacrifice three lives to save humanity.
As the characters are dragged through an unforgiving landscape, the film explores themes of redemption and survival. The drama escalates quickly, turning the entire situation into complete chaos.
What is the story of Sacrifice inspired by?
Media outlets such as The Cinemaholic and Flickering Myth have reported that the story is inspired by Greek mythology. This theme is quite recurrent in the works of the director, as he grew up hearing tales of sacrifices and prophecies.
The movie not only promises a strong dose of satire but will also use the opulence of high-profile charity events as the backdrop to deliver a dark, twisted and one-of-a-kind narrative.
The official synopsis of the film describes: “A star-studded charity event descends into chaos when a radical group infiltrates it in search of a mystical artifact linked to an ancient prophecy”.
When will Sacrifice be released?
It has not yet been confirmed when “Sacrifice” will hit the big screen, but it has been announced that filming will begin in September of this year, with locations in Greece and Iceland that will help capture the mystical atmosphere.
Therefore, the movie will likely be released sometime in 2025. Gavras and Taylor-Joy have also taken on producer roles, joining the incredible creative team behind this highly anticipated project.
