Entertainment One has announced that director Rachel Ward (Beautiful Kate) will commence filming on PALM BEACH from next week until July this year. Bryan Brown, Sam Neill, Greta Scacchi, Jacqueline McKenzie and Richard E Grant will star in the new feature film written by Joanna Murray-Smith.
The Australian drama/comedy follows a group of lifelong friends reuniting to celebrate a special birthday, with Sydney’s iconic Palm Beach providing the backdrop for the unfolding drama. The good times roll, with loads of laughter, lavish meals, flowing wine and fantastic music, but slowly tensions mount and deep secrets arise.
“PALM BEACH is filled with colourful characters and a plot that explores the complexities between different generations and life-long friends,” said Ward in a statement. “I’m excited to get started with a cast of many old friends and husbands.”
Shooting will take place in Palm Beach and its surrounds. Th area is known for its golden sands that curve along the coastline for 2.3km, from Little Head to Barrenjoey Head. It was often a location used in the Australian TV series Home and Away. So there’s a fun fact for you.
Producers are Bryan Brown for New Town Films, and Deb Balderstone for Soapbox Industries. Entertainment One will distribute the film in Australia and New Zealand, with Seville International handling worldwide sales.
Photo source: Sydney.com
