is producing the film with Aisling Walsh set to direct. The film will be executive-produced by Rose Garnett for BBC Films, and See-Saw’s COO of Film, Simon Gillis. BBC Films developed with See-Saw.Entertainment, alongside See-Saw’s in-house sales arm Cross City Films, will be managing international sales which will be launched at the virtual Toronto film market this week. UTA Independent Film Group will be co-repping the U.S. alongside FilmNation and Cross City.
Iain Canning and Emile Sherman, who are producing with Joanna Lurie, said, “Despite never wanting any attention for his altruistic act, Nicky’s story and the story of those he saved must be told. To be a part of sharing this moment in history with the world is an extraordinary privilege. Anthony and Johnny are without a doubt the right people to bring Lucinda and Nick’s beautifully crafted screenplay about this amazing man to life.