After years of on-screen television and movie roles,Theo Rossiis headed behind the camera for his latest action thriller. The actor, who rose to prominence as Juice Ortiz onSons of Anarchy, has appeared in several major projects as of late. However, Rossi is taking the next step in his career as a filmmaker, blending his unique acting talents with his first directing job.
According to Deadline, Rossi is set to direct and star in theShell Game, an upcoming heist action film based on a script by Rossi, Tommy DeNucci and James Crewe. The film will serve as Rossi’s directorial debut, which comes after starring in a litany of major shows and films, including Marvel’sLuke Cage,The Penguin, and Netflix’s recenthigh-octane airport thrillerCarry-On.Shell Gamefollows a group of thieves that come together again after spending years away from each other. Check out Deadline’s plot description:
“Based on an original script from Rossi, Tommy DeNucci and James Crewe, the pic will tell the story of a notorious crew of thieves who reunite after years apart. They must navigate old grudges, new enemies and a high-stakes heist that could set them up for life — or destroy them for good.”
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As of this writing,Shell Gamedoes not have a cast or an official release date just yet. It is currently in pre-production as it preps to shoot in New Mexico and Texas later this year. Rossi released a statement regarding the film announcement, revealing that his favorite films are about how “relationships navigate and are tested in the underworld of society.” TheSons of Anarchyactor will assuredlypull from his own filmographyfor the latest project, which appears to be more focused on the humanity of its characters than the action.
“Some of my favorite films ever made have been about how relationships navigate and are tested in the underworld of society. This film gives us the opportunity to explore that even more through these deeply flawed characters trying to find their way in a pressure-filled world they inhabit.”
Is ‘Carry-On’ Getting a Sequel?
Theo Rossi appeared in Netflix’sCarry-Onlast year, a suspense-filled thriller that also starred Taron Egerton, Sofia Carson, Jason Bateman, Danielle Deadwyler, Logan Marshall-Green, Dean Norris, and more. Rossi played one of the main villains who attempts to force a TSA agent into smuggling a dangerous nerve agent onto a plane. The film was an instant streaming hit for Netflix, which sparked rumors of a sequel being in development. However, fans of Carry-On shouldn’t get their hopes up if the director’s recent statement if anything to go by.
Earlier this year,Carry-Ondirector Jaume Collet-Serra revealed thatthere were no plans for a sequel. Despite the film’s success, it seems Netflix is not champing at the bit to get a follow-up greenlit. However, never say never, as Collet-Serra also asserted that there are certainly possible avenues to follow in aCarry-Onsequel.
“We don’t have any plans for a sequel. But if audiences wanted a sequel, families wanted a sequel and if we had an idea that would spark and live up to the original maybe we would do something. But right now, there are no plans.
There are no plans, but it’s fun to quietly talk about these things. These characters are great. Look at Danielle Deadwyler’s character, [detective Elena Cole], you’re able to see a world in which there’s a movie about her.”
