EXCLUSIVE: On the eve of the American Film Market, Protagonist Pictures has boarded international sales on Jay Baruchel starrer The Stunt Driver. UTA Independent Film Group is representing the U.S. rights.
Above is a first look image of Baruchel (This is the End) and Ed Helms (The Hangover) in Michael Dowse’s (Stuber) comedic biopic which is currently in post-production. Also starring are Ben Foster (Hell of High Water), Laurence Leboeuf (Shoresy) and Dan Bakkedahl (Veep).
The Stunt Driver recounts the real-life 1970s story of Ken Carter (Baruchel), the fearless stunt driver who risked everything to jump a rocket-powered car over the mile-wide St. Lawrence Seaway – a much-publicized stunt that would have him jump from Canada into the United States. Battling personal demons, public doubt, and a rival daredevil, the true-to-life tale follows Carter’s relentless quest to be remembered.
Jennifer Wilson (FUBAR: Balls to the Wall) is producing under Film Cardinal, the production banner she shares with writer/director Dowse. Baruchel is executive-producing alongside Mongrel Media’s Andrew Frank. Joe Iacono and Lisa Wolofsky also executive produce. Telefilm Canada and SODEC are financing.
“The Stunt Driver is a heartfelt, laugh-through-the-tears journey — a larger-than-life true story brought to life with Michael Dowse’s trademark warmth, wit, and charm,” said Protagonist Pictures CEO Dave Bishop. “With this wonderful cast, the film captures both the wild joy and tender humanity behind the spectacle, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share it with audiences around the world.”
“I’m thrilled to be partnering with Protagonist to bring The Stunt Driver into the world,” stated writer-director Dowse. “Ken Carter’s story will resonate with anyone who’s faced long odds and been kicked in the teeth for trying. He’s an inspiring, beautifully flawed, hilarious underdog. There’s a piece of Carter in all of us.”
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