Twist (2020 film)
Twist is an upcoming British drama film directed by Martin Owen. The film is based on Charles Dickens' 1838 novel, Oliver Twist.
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| Directed by | Martin Owen |
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| Based on | Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens |
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| Cinematography | Håvard Helle |
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Cast
- Raff Law as Oliver Twist
- Michael Caine as Fagin
- Lena Headey as Sikes
- Rita Ora as Dodger
- Franz Drameh as Batesey
- Sophie Simnett as Red
- David Walliams as Losberne
- Tanya Burr as Rosie
Production
It was announced in October 2019 that a new take on the Charles Dickens novel had begun filming, with Raff Law cast to play the titular Twist. Michael Caine was cast as Fagin, with Lena Headey and Rita Ora cast as female renditions of Bill Sikes and Artful Dodger, respectively. David Walliams, Franz Drameh and Sophie Simnett were also cast.[1][2]
The film is being produced by Pure Grass Films, along with Unstoppable Film and Television, and First Access Entertainment Film and Television.
Release
Sky Cinema will distribute the film within the United Kingdom, with Saban Films distributing within North America. It is set for a 2020 release.[3]