All you need to know about Lancashire actor David Thewlis' new film currently in cinemas
Blackpool born actor David Thewlis currently has a new film out in UK cinemas and below is everything you need to know.
So what is David’s new film?
The former Highfield High School pupil stars in the British drama film called The Thing with Feathers.
Released to cinemas last month, the film’s listing says: “Following the death of his wife, a young father’s hold on reality crumbles, and a strange presence begins to stalk him from the shadowy recesses of the apartment he shares with his two young sons. A man-like crow, voiced by David Thewlis, is seemingly brought to life from the father’s work as an illustrator and is about to become a very real part of all of their lives, ultimately guiding them towards the new shape their family must take. A lyrical exploration of love, loss and the strange ways we heal.”
Produced by Film4, Lobo Films, SunnyMarch and BFI, The Thing with Feathers has a runtime of 104 minutes and an age certificate of 15.
It is adapted from the award-winning debut novel by Max Porter, Grief is the Thing with Feathers.
Who does David play?
The 62-year old actor, who’s best know roles include Remus Lupin in the Harry Potter franchise, Ares in three DC films and Johnny in Naked for which he won five awards, plays the Crow.
Who else stars in The Thing with Feathers?
David is joined by Oscar nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange, The Imitation Game, Sherlock) who plays Dad.
One of the film’s production companies, SunnyMarch, was also co-founded by Benedict.
The rest of the cast includes Vinette Robinson (Boiling Point, The Lazarus Project, The A Word), Sam Spruell (Outlaw King, Fargo, The Last Ship), Leo Bill (The Living and the Dead, Funny Woman, Taboo) and Tim Plester (Game of Thrones, Bohemian Rhapsody, After Life).
Where in Lancashire can I catch it?
The Thing with Feathers is on at the Vue cinemas in Blackburn and Cleveleys.
It does not appear to be showing in the Preston, Lancaster or Accrington Vues.
Can we expect any more films from David before the year’s out?
Yes!
David also has a role in the third Avatar film due for UK release on Friday, December 19.
Called Avatar: Fire and Ash, the film sees the main chracters encounter a new, aggressive Na'vi tribe, the Mangkwan clan, also called the Ash People.
David plays Peylak, the Na'vi leader of the Wind Traders who will also feature in Avatar 4 and 5.