Daisy Ridley & Alden Ehrenreich Collaborate on Romantic Comedy “The Last Resort”
Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich will star in the Philippines-set romantic comedy “The Last Resort,” directed by Donald Petrie. Production begins in April, with a screenplay by Karen McCullah. The story centers on Brooke, who must choose between her career and love while exploring the beauty of the Philippines. Both actors have recently garnered attention for their work in various films and series.
Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich are poised to star in the upcoming romantic comedy, “The Last Resort,” directed by Donald Petrie and set in the Philippines. The film, produced and financed by Asia Pacific Films, is slated to begin production in April, with CAA Media Finance overseeing worldwide distribution rights.
The screenplay, crafted by Karen McCullah, follows Brooke, portrayed by Ridley, who aspires to inherit her father’s hotel empire. During her journey to scout a new resort in the Philippines, she encounters Ben, played by Ehrenreich, a charismatic expatriate pilot. As they explore the beauty of the country together, Brooke grapples with balancing her responsibilities and her burgeoning feelings for Ben.
Director Donald Petrie is known for his successful romantic comedies, including “Miss Congeniality” and “How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days.” The film’s executive producer is Manuel V. Pangilinan, with production led by Ernesto (Bong) Sta. Maria Jr. and Raja Collins, alongside co-producers Simon Heo, Akshay Mehta, and Rick Dugdale.
Ridley recently attended the SXSW festival to premiere her zombie survival thriller, “We Bury the Dead,” and has received acclaim for her roles in various films, including her portrayal of Trudy Ederle in “Young Woman and the Sea.” She is widely recognized for playing Rey in the “Star Wars” saga, contributing to a staggering global box office gross of $4.4 billion, and is set to reprise this role in the upcoming installment, “Star Wars: New Jedi Order.”
Ehrenreich is currently working on the film “Switzerland” alongside Helen Mirren and is preparing for his role in the upcoming limited series “Ironheart,” a spin-off of the “Black Panther” franchise. He also starred in the box office hit “Cocaine Bear” and Christopher Nolan’s critically acclaimed “Oppenheimer,” further expanding his filmography with the recent success of “Fair Play,” which hit No. 1 on Netflix shortly after its release.
Both actors are represented by CAA, with Ridley also having representation from Sloane Offer Weber & Dern and Narrative, while Ehrenreich is additionally represented by Linden Entertainment. The deal for the film was arranged by Glenn Feig of Reder & Feig LLP on behalf of the filmmakers.
In conclusion, “The Last Resort” promises to be an engaging romantic comedy featuring accomplished actors Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich. Directed by Donald Petrie, this film will showcase the stunning landscapes of the Philippines while exploring themes of love and personal growth. With an experienced production team and a captivating script, anticipation for this film’s release continues to build.
Original Source: deadline.com
