Simon Stone to direct ELSINORE film starring Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman

Studiocanal, LD Entertainment, Lucky Red and Magnolia Mae Films have announced ELSINORE, starring BAFTA winner and multi-Golden Globe nominee Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers, Ripley, Pressure) and Academy Award, Golden Globe and Emmy winner Olivia Colman (The Favourite, The Crown, The Lost Daughter).

BAFTA nominated Simon Stone directs ELSINORE, which is based on the life of Ian Charleson, written by BAFTA winner and Golden Globe nominee Stephen Beresford.

ELSINORE is a powerful, deeply moving and inspiring true story of the actor Ian Charleson who faced incredible odds while preparing to give the performance of his life in Hamlet at the National Theatre in London.

ELSINORE will also feature an ensemble of acclaimed British actors to be announced closer to production.

The creative team also includes DOP Mike Eley, production designer Helen Scott, costume designer Mel Page, editor Valerio Bonelli, and casting director Jessica Ronane.

ELSINORE will shoot 5 January.

Simon Stone said: “This is one of the most exciting projects I've ever been involved in. Stephen Beresford's screenplay is both heartbreaking and hilarious, a beautiful ode to the power of community in times of crisis. Andrew Scott is one of the greatest actors of his generation as Ian Charleson was: it's momentous casting."

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