The Confessions: Alexander Skarsgård, Hunter Schafer, and Other Stars in Producer Aris Aster's New Project
The project is described as a "psycho-dramedy"
Ari Aster currently has his hands full. In addition to his own project, "Scapegoat", he will also serve as a producer on the upcoming film "The Confessions", which is already drawing attention thanks to its star-studded cast. According to Variety magazine, Alexander Skarsgård, "Euphoria" star Hunter Schafer, Harry Melling, and "Stranger Things" actress Maya Hawke will be taking on roles.
Not much is known about the film's plot yet. However, the filmmakers describe "The Confessions" as a kind of "psycho-dramedy" – whatever that may mean. The story centers on a group of nuns on death row who witness an extraordinary and apparently fateful love story. This story revolves around a missing sailor and his poet wife.
Behind the camera are Guy Maddin and brothers Galen and Evan Johnson, who made a name for themselves last year with the satire "Rumours". For Ari Aster, collaborating with the Canadian directing trio is clearly a labor of love. The director expressed enthusiasm for the project and described Maddin and the Johnson brothers as some of his absolute favorite filmmakers worldwide. A release date for "The Confessions" has not yet been announced.
Ari Aster Is Also Working on His Own Film, Scapegoat
In addition to his work as a producer, Ari Aster will also take the director's chair for his new film "Scapegoat". For this project, he is once again collaborating with the acclaimed indie studio A24, with whom he previously produced "Hereditary", "Midsommar", "Beau Is Afraid", and most recently, "Eddington". He has already secured a major Hollywood name for the project in Scarlett Johansson. Jacob Elordi, known for "Euphoria" and "Frankenstein", among other roles, is also reportedly in advanced talks for a role.
Very little is known about the story of "Scapegoat" so far. Initial reports and speculation suggest a doctor performing surgery on a well-known internet personality. Other descriptions, however, point toward a science-fiction romance or a classic drama. None of this has been confirmed yet.
Filming could begin as early as this year – provided, of course, that negotiations with Elordi are successful. A specific release date has not yet been announced, but a release in late 2027 or sometime in 2028 is conceivable.