The fifth novel by Teran, author of God is a Bullet, is set during the 1910 Mexican Revolution as seen through the eyes of a small-time assassin named Rawbone and a young Bureau of Investigation agent named John Lourdes. The two are forced to work together to infiltrate a Mexican arms smuggling ring where they encounter killers and thieves. With Oscar-nominated producers Brian Oliver (Black Swan) and Michael DeLuca (The Social Network) on board, the production is scheduled to start filming in early 2013 in the American Southwest and in Mexico. Last year, Leonardo DiCaprio was named as a possible star, which got the long-in-development project moving forward, but the lack of a mention of his name in Cross Creek’s press release may mean he’s chosen to opt out. Brian Oliver from Cross Creek Pictures explained the appeal of the project that got him involved as a producer: “The book and Todds adaptation remind me of Conrads ‘Heart of Darkness.’ Terans novel brings a unique perspective to U.S. imperialism for oil in the early 20th century. We are confident that Todds skill for deeply felt, emotionally resonant characters combined with this action-packed story will make for an epic, influential film.” Show Comments |