theCate Blanchettcarny movie, a.k.a.
the next film from Oscar-winningThe Shape of WaterdirectorGuillermo del Toro has officially begun filming this week in Toronto.
That means we now have a confirmed cast list and official plot specifics.
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Blanchett, obviously, is in the movie.
(Its the Cate Blanchett carny movie, after all!
)A Star Is BornsBradley Cooperwas also previously reported for a leading role, having replacedLeonardo DiCapriowho was circling.
No,there isnt a supernatural elementto it.
Im inspired and elated to be joined by this brilliant cast, del Toro said in a statement.
Production designer Tamara Deverell, who worked with del Toro on FXsThe Strain, is also involved.
In case you also keep up with such things, thescrubbing of Fox from Fox Searchlighthas taken effect.
Nightmare Alley will be released by Searchlight Pictures.
