‘Stranger Things’ Star Dacre Montgomery Heads ‘Moral Capacity’
Dacre Montgomery, known for his standout role in ‘Stranger Things’, has been confirmed as the lead actor in the forthcoming psychological thriller, ‘Moral Capacity’. Appearing beside him are well-reputed actors like Diane Lane, an Oscar nominee, Oscar winner Tim Robbins, and Sofia Boutella, who gained recognition from ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’. The movie will be directed by Brad Anderson, with the script provided by Peter Moore Smith, a well-known novelist.
‘Moral Capacity’ charts the life of James Fisher, portrayed by Montgomery, a man on the precipice of losing everything – his family, reputation, and the ideal life he has crafted. His relationship with his business ally Andrea, played by Boutella, triggers a chain of catastrophic events when Andrea’s husband Cliff, depicted by Robbins, discovers their secret affair.
As the story unfolds, James is thrust into a lethal decision-making situation where he’s forced to choose between conducting a murder or witnessing his life crumble into pieces. Cliff is the puppeteer in this sinister game of threatening demands and manipulation, leaving James with no easy way out.
Unbeknownst to James, he seeks solace and guidance from his therapist, Dr. Torre, played by Lane, who in herself is concealing far greater secrets. Producers for ‘Moral Capacity’ include Mark Amin and Cami Winikoff from Sobini Films, and Jamee Natella from Blue Eyed Pictures, all renowned names in the industry.
The movie is under the executive production of Arianne Fraser and Delphine Perrier from Highland Film Group, with Dave Devries from Sobini Films. The responsibility of assembling this star-studded cast falls under the insightful direction of Orly Sitowitz, the film’s casting director.
‘Moral Capacity’ weaves together the elements of intricate, character-centric narrative and suspense-filled thriller, ensuring a gripping cinematic experience for the audience. Highland Film Group has taken up the mantle to introduce ‘Moral Capacity’ to international audiences, starting the sales process.
Production is slated to commence in the United Kingdom at the beginning of the year 2026. With Anderson at the helm, the movie is anticipated to present a unique take on thriller genre, rendering the escalated tensions and suspense in extreme detail, offering a captivating perspective.
The ensemble lead cast of Diane Lane, Sofia Boutella, Tim Robbins and Dacre Montgomery guarantees a promising output, elevating the commercial expectations of the film. The cast’s combined talent and strong screen presence symbolize an assurance of utmost quality in the movie’s deliveries.
Lastly, the producers firmly believe in the unique fusion of artistic gravity and commercial appeal that ‘Moral Capacity’ encapsulates. It is their strong belief that such a distinct project is exactly the fresh perspective the movie market demands in the current time.