Director Albert Hughes’ revenge-thriller MOTOR CITY, has lost its lead after THE DEVIL’S DOUBLE actor Dominic Cooper vacated the project, citing ‘scheduling conflicts’. Word is that Jake Gyllenhaal is in negotiations to replace Cooper in the story of a framed petty criminal, sent to prison for a long stretch. While inside, he hatches a plan that once released he puts into action; to bring down, the local gangland boss responsible.
Oscar-nominated actor Gary Oldman is already signed on as the big-time underworld boss, and will be joined by DRIVE ANGRY and THE RUM DIARY actress Amber Heard as Gyllenhaal’s love-interest.
The project could to be a one to keep an eye on, considering the talent involved. Here is hoping it isn’t a wasted opportunity, like Hughes previous effort THE BOOK OF ELI.
Source: Variety
