Renowned Oscar-nominated actor Dev Patel steps into the director’s chair for the first time with the upcoming action-packed film “Monkey Man.” Scheduled for a theatrical release on April 5, Universal Pictures brings this revenge-filled narrative to the big screen. Notably, Jordan Peele serves as the movie’s producer through his Monkeypaw Productions, adding to the anticipation surrounding the project.
Within the film, Dev Patel portrays “Kid,” an anonymous young man eking out a meager existence in an underground fight club. Night after night, concealed behind a gorilla mask, Kid endures brutal beatings from more popular fighters in exchange for cash. The storyline draws inspiration from Hinduism’s legendary figure, Hanuman, adding depth and cultural significance to the narrative.
The logline sets the stage for the film’s intense plot, stating that Kid, after years of suppressed rage, discovers a way to infiltrate the city’s sinister elite. Fueled by childhood trauma, Kid’s mysteriously scarred hands become the catalyst for an explosive campaign of retribution. The goal? To settle the score with those who stripped him of everything.
The recently unveiled trailer promises a relentless and action-packed journey, reminiscent of the intensity seen in “John Wick” movies. Dev Patel’s character embarks on a quest for bloody revenge, showcasing brutal scenes of shootings, stabbings, and confrontations. A particularly gripping moment in the trailer sees Patel’s character brutally stabbing a man through the neck while gripping a knife between his teeth.
A Cinematic Transition:
Initially slated for Netflix, “Monkey Man” takes a cinematic turn with a theatrical release through Monkeypaw’s film deal with Universal. Directed by Dev Patel, the film boasts a stellar cast including Sharlto Copley, Sobhita Dhulipala, Pitobash, Vipin Sharma, Ashwini Kalsekar, Adithi Kalkunte, Sikandar Kher, and Makarand Deshpande.
The production team, led by producers Dev Patel and Jordan Peele, includes Jomon Thomas, Win Rosenfeld, Ian Cooper, Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, Christine Haebler, and Anjay Nagpal. Executive producers contribute their expertise, ensuring the film’s success. A collaboration between Universal Pictures, Bron Studios, Thunder Road Films, Monkeypaw Productions, Minor Realm/S’Ya Concept, WME Independent, and Creative Wealth Media brings this cinematic endeavor to life.
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