Interesting Facts about 'CIVIL WAR' 2024, the Most Expensive Film Produced by A24

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Adristi Putri Febrianti

Hi KLovers! Did you know that the film CIVIL WAR is an ambitious and potentially controversial film, and it will be the first big blockbuster film in 2024?

The thriller and action film titled CIVIL WAR by Alex Garland has been a hot topic of discussion at the beginning of 2024. The film, starring Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, and Stephen McKinley, will present an unpleasant, nightmarish, gloomy, and fictional story that is torn apart by a civil war between countries worldwide, originating from the United States.

Although the official trailer for CIVIL WAR was released at the end of December 13, 2023, the specific plot is still kept secret until now. The film is also described as a chronicle of the race towards the White House in the future of the United States, which is on the brink of collapse. It seems that in this film, Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, and Stephen McKinley play journalists who are involved when the United States has become a literal battlefield, with 19 states seceding.

Before its release, let's take a look at some interesting facts!

1. First Action Blockbuster Film Produced by A24

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CIVIL WAR is the first major blockbuster effort to be produced by A24. This film has received a rating for strong violence content, bloody scenes, and overall language. Reportedly, CIVIL WAR, which will be released on April 12, 2024, is the most expensive film ever made by A24, with a budget of $75 million or equivalent to 1.1 trillion Indonesian rupiah.

Alex Garland, who is the director of the film CIVIL WAR, has been collaborating with A24 since his successful debut film in 2014 titled EX MACHINA. In addition, he has also released a science fiction film in 2022 titled MEN, which has a touch of horror genre. His works have made A24 believe in Alex Garland's ability in releasing his film projects.

A24 has also been marked as one of the biggest productions in the entertainment industry that managed to work on several productions during the WGA and SAG strikes because they agreed to new terms without lengthy negotiations.

2. Conspiracy Theories and Stories About Political Issues

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Discussions about a CIVIL WAR regarding a type of "Predictive Programming," which allegedly consists of a shadow group of state elites, have emerged. Although it sounds like a premise from an Alex Garland film, the movie CIVIL WAR will certainly trigger many conspiracy theories if viewed effectively and carefully thematically. CIVIL WAR poses a significant risk for A24 if seen financially as a film that will launch its expansion as a brand, and it seems they are betting big on a divided and dystopian United States.

From its synopsis, CIVIL WAR presents a story about politics accompanied by drama and action in a war-torn world. It revolves around a journalist who follows the events of a war that affects civilians and the government in the United States Capitol.

3. Kirsten Dunst's Acting Competition with Other Cool Casts

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No wonder Kirsten Dunst was chosen by Alex Garland to be the main character in this film CIVIL WAR as a journalist. Because previously, Kirsten Dunst had collaborated with A24 in the film WOODSHOCK which was released in 2017.

In addition to Kirsten Dunst, there are several cast members who will support the main role, namely Wagner Moura and Karl Glusman who have also collaborated with Alex Garland in the series DEVS, Cailee Spaeny who previously played a role in the drama film titled AFTERSUN which is one of A24's productions, Jesse Plemons or Kirsten Dunst's husband who also participates in an important role as a separate villain for this film, and several other actors such as Sonoya Mizuno and Jonica T. Gibbs.

From the information about the cast of the film CIVIL WAR, especially on who the main character is, there is no doubt about the result and quality of their acting.

4. Daring Premise and High Suspense Action

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Many online commentators consider the film CIVIL WAR disturbing as a sign of the times. Some also claim that this film is a cautionary tale of what is to come. Before the many events that have occurred in the past decade that have made the United States appear more divided, it is unclear whether a film like CIVIL WAR would have been given the green light or not. Given the fact that A24 collaborated with Garland for this film, it feels like an ambitious and potentially significant project, expected to remain in the dystopian fantasy world.

It can be seen through the trailer that this film presents several action scenes depicting moments of war, such as shooting scenes and bombed buildings. Alex Garland, an expert in creating high suspense and thriller elements, has also made some terrifying scenes in this film, especially when suspense is guaranteed to be nonstop throughout the film.

Although Alex Garland is a director known for his expertise in the horror genre, this time he dares to add a touch of thriller to his war drama film. It may be a bit doubtful, but with the presence of suspense elements, it will raise the expectations of the audience and fans.

5. Watch the Trailer!

(kpl/adp)