It’s never too late to get started. Succession star and Emmy-winning actor Brian Cox is set to make his feature film directorial debut at 75 years old! Cox will both be starring in and directing Glenrothan, which is said to be a “love letter” to Scotland, Cox’s homeland.
The film will tell the story of two estranged brothers who last spoke on the day of their mother’s funeral when, after a violent exchange with their father, the younger of the two brothers left their home to move to America. After, forty years the brothers finally reunite, back on Scottish soil in an effort to save the family business: the Glenrothan Distillery. Glenrothan is said to be a story of family and forgiveness.
In a statement about the film, Cox said the following:
“Glenrothan is my homage to the elements that make Scotland such an extraordinary country, where vibrancy and majesty of the land is expressed through passion and desire – balanced by the Scot’s deep-rooted humour and grasp of the absurd. I want to make a film, which combines all the elements, to show my own deep love for the homeland.”
The film has been written by Scottish actor and writer David Ashton (McLevy) with screenwriter Jeff Murphy (Hinterland). Glenrothan is being produced by Lionsgate and London-based production company Nevision. Lionsgate UK’s Head of Development & Acquisitions, Emma Berkofsky, is developing the film with Nevision’s Creative Director, Scripted, Neil Zeiger, who will also produce. Nevision’s James Cabourne will be executive producer.
About bringing Cox onto the project, Zeiger had this to say:
“Glenrothan was conceived with Brian in mind, without question he is one of the most powerful actors of his generation. However, having worked with him in front of the camera, I knew that his extensive knowledge and vision would elevate the film even further were he to also direct the movie.”
Not much else, such as additional cast, production start date, or release date, is currently known about Glenrothan, but for more news on this project, stay tuned to Collider.