EXCLUSIVE: Production has wrapped on “Beyond the Law“, an action-thriller that marks the directorial debut of actress Scout Taylor Compton (2007’s Halloween).
The film, hailing from Hillin Entertainment and produced by Daemon Hillin and Carolina Brasil, stars Oscar nominee Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler), Peter Facinelli (Twilight), Nicky Whelan (The Flood), Danielle Harris (Halloween), Brendan Fehr (Roswell), and Leah Pipes (The Originals).
The film sees a grieving homicide detective chosen to lead a task force in Los Angeles to stop a criminal organization. He soon unravels a conspiracy involving corruption in his own department.
Film Bridge International will be repping world sales. Pic is written by Josh Ridgway from a story by Daniel Figueiredo.
Daniel Figueiredo co-produces. Executive producers include Ryan J Francis, Tyler Gallant, Jen Kaput, Josh Ridgway, Gregori J. Martin, Jordan Dykstra, Don Homsher, Jack Haldrup, Kimberly Hines and Brandon Blum.
Hillin Entertainment said: “After collaborating with Scout as an actor across five films, I’ve truly witnessed her profound understanding of filmmaking, as she consistently engaged in insightful discussions about vision. It became evident to me that it was her moment to step into the director’s chair. Scout’s remarkable talent and prowess as a director are undeniable. This project marks just the beginning of our fruitful collaborations.”
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