Apple today announced that it has signed a deal for `Swan Song,` a film produced by and starring Oscar winner Mahershala Ali. The film, which will go into production in the spring, will be added to the Apple TV+ streaming service and will be produced by Apple and Anonymous Content.
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`Swan Song` is described as a `genre-bending drama` set in the near future and explores how far someone will go and how much they`ll sacrifice to make a happier life for their loved ones.
Mahershala Ali, who will take on the starring role of Milo, is known for his work in `Green Book` and `Moonlight.` Benjamin Cleary, known for his Oscar-winning short film `Stutterer,` is set to direct the film.`I`ve been developing `Swan Song` for a while and when I sat down with Apple it was immediately clear they completely understood my vision,` said Benjamin Cleary. `Once Mahershala agreed to join us I knew we had something really special. To be making this movie with Mahershala and Anonymous at Apple is an absolute dream.`Apple`s head of feature development and acquisitions Matt Dentler said that the script for `Swan Song` immediately connected with Apple.`Benjamin`s script for `Swan Song` immediately connected with us. We cannot wait to bring Benjamin`s vision together with Mahershala`s undeniable talent to deliver this powerfully layered story to audiences around the world.`According to Apple, `Swan Song` will see a theatrical release. It will join other Apple TV+ films that include `Boys State,` `The Banker,` `Wolfwalkers,` `Beastie Boys Story,` and more.Tags: Apple TV Shows, Apple TV PlusThis article, "Apple Inks Deal for 'Swan Song' Film Starring Mahershala Ali" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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