From The Hollywood Reporter · Chris Gardner · · 50s
Catherine Hardwicke Directs Female Western
Catherine Hardwicke to direct Bronte Studios' female-led Western 'American River' in 2027.
In brief
Catherine Hardwicke to direct Bronte Studios' female-led Western 'American River' in 2027. Catherine Hardwicke will direct Bronte Studios' female-led Western 'American River' starting filming in Australia in Q2 2027. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Catherine Hardwicke
Catherine Hardwicke will soon be heading Down Under.
American River Project
Catherine Hardwicke has been tapped to direct American River, a female-led Western for Bronte Studios.
2027 Filming Start
The project is set to start shooting in Australia during the second quarter of 2027.
Casting Process
Casting is said to be underway with veteran casting directors Lisa Beach and Sarah Katzman leading the charge.
Casting Directors' Experience
They have a long list of credits spanning multiple genres including comedies, dramas, action pics, Westerns, and TV shows.
At a glance
Catherine Hardwicke will direct Bronte Studios' female-led Western 'American River' starting filming in Australia in Q2 2027.
