Wally Pfister has found much acclaim as the cinematographer on the likes of Moneyball and all of Christopher Nolan’s movies since Memento (winning an Oscar for Inception). Now he’s planning to turn director, and he’s already eyeing some heavyweight talent to head up the movie, as Johnny Depp is in negotiations to star in Transcendence.
The screenplay comes from newcomer Jack Paglen, although unfortunately the plot is being kept under wraps. Pfister is getting his friends to help though, as Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas are serving as executive producers on the movie, which will be financed and produced by Alcon Entertainment.
Wally Pfister commented, “I’m thrilled, and feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with Johnny. He is a creative and intelligent artist whom I feel will bring great depth to the character and the overall narrative.”
Principal photography is set to begin early next year. (Source: Variety)