In this intriguing film, Clarke takes on the role of a jazz singer who navigates the complexities of two alternate realities. The filming is expected to conclude later this month, generating excitement among fans and industry insiders alike.
Next Life is being produced by a talented team, including Elika Portnoy from Mutressa, Gleb Fetisov of Fetisoff Illusion, and Ben Pugh and Kate Buckley from the UK-US production company 42, alongside Doremus and John Palfery Smith. Doremus, known for his work in the sci-fi romance genre with films like Zoe and Equals, brings his unique vision to this project.
Ben Pugh has an impressive track record in producing notable UK films, such as Eran Creevy’s 2008 thriller Shifty, Peter Cattaneo’s Military Wives, and Dominic Cooke’s The Courier. He also produced Agnieszka Smoczynska’s The Silent Twins and Cattaneo’s recent film, The Penguin Lessons, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival.
This year, the production company 42 underwent a significant restructuring following the departure of co-founder Rory Aitken. As a result, Pugh has stepped into the role of president of production, where he will oversee both film and television projects. CAA Media Finance is handling the worldwide rights for Next Life, ensuring its global reach upon release.
