Philip Seymour Hoffman’s career has been more a case of swim than sink. He will continue in his attempts to stay above water by directing “Jack Goes Boating” for Overture Films, an adaptation of the Off Broadway play written by Bob Glaudini. Hoffman will also star in the film. The film is the first to emerge from a production deal between Overture and Hoffman’s production company, Cooper’s Town, last summer.
Hoffman, who can be seen currently in “Doubt”, will co-star with Amy Ryan. Ryan was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in “Gone Baby Gone”. She should have at least received an MTV Movie Award for reminding us that Ben Affleck, who directed the film, has talent.
The lovely folks over at Variety are describing ‘Jack’ as “an unconventional romantic comedy set in New York City, laced with cooking classes, swimming lessons and illegal drugs.” Think “The Wackness” meets Michael Phelps in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. On second thought, don’t do that.
Overture chief operating officer Danny Rosett is ecstatic about Hoffman taking on the project, saying, “Phil is such a unique talent, and this opportunity to work his creative mojo not just in front of the camera but also from the director’s chair is just irresistible for us.” He sure as hell has come a long way since appearing in “Twister.”
