Idris Elba is set to star in, produce and direct the upcoming action-thriller film, Infernus. Millennium Media will produce the film and present it at the Cannes market. Elba will play the role of Donovan Kamara, a U.N. human rights activist sent to investigate reports of refugees being illegally detained inside a U.S. black site prison.
Movie script
In Infernus, Kamara’s seemingly simple task turns deadly when the world’s most dangerous inmates break free. Kamara must work to safely extricate the refugees, all while going head-to-head with a brilliant criminal mastermind. The story is based on a screenplay by Robert Mark Kamen and a story by Tom Boyle.
Production and Filming
The film will go into production on October 9th in London, with additional principal photography taking place in the new TD Akuna Studios in Ghana. Elba has both Ghanaian and Sierre Leonean lineage and is proud to support Africa’s emerging film community.
Elba’s Second Directorial Venture
Infernus marks Elba’s second film as a director, following his 2018 feature, Yardie, which premiered at Sundance. “I’m excited to be back in the director’s chair, partnering with Millennium Media. Infernus is a gripping thriller with a relevant and intimate human story at its core. Thanks to the brilliant writing of Robert and Tom, we have some exceptional characters. I’m really looking forward to this opportunity both in front and behind the camera, filming across Europe, as well as bringing our production to Africa, which has an emerging film community that we are proud to be supporting” – said Elba.
Positive Remarks from the Producers
Jeffrey Greenstein, President at Millennium Media, expressed his pleasure at the opportunity of creating an entertaining and action-packed film alongside Elba. He praised Elba’s talent and called him a genuine and profound individual.
Elba’s Upcoming Projects
Elba will next be seen starring in Apple’s thriller series, Hijack, and is currently in production on Amazon’s Heads Of State, alongside John Cena and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Meanwhile, Millennium Media is in production on a Hellboy reboot.
In overall, Infernus promises to be a thrilling and action-packed film. With Elba’s talent and experience, as well as Millennium Media’s production expertise, it is sure to be an exciting addition to the world of cinema.
