Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich will star in the rom-com “The Last Resort,” directed by Donald Petrie. Set in the Philippines, the film follows Brooke, who, while scouting for a resort, meets Ben, a pilot who helps her discover love and freedom. Production begins in April, with CAA Media Finance handling distribution.
Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich are set to star in the romantic comedy, “The Last Resort,” directed by Donald Petrie and produced by Asia Pacific Films. Filming is scheduled to commence in April, with CAA Media Finance overseeing worldwide distribution rights for the project.
The screenplay, penned by Karen McCullah, tells the story of Brooke (played by Ridley), who aspires to manage her father’s hotel business. While scouting for a new resort site in the Philippines, she encounters Ben (Ehrenreich), a charming pilot who aids her in experiencing the country’s allure and embracing freedom, leading her to confront a decision between her established life and newfound love.
Donald Petrie, known for directing successful rom-coms such as “Miss Congeniality” and “How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days,” is at the helm of this film. The project also features Manuel V. Pangilinan as executive producer, alongside producers Ernesto (Bong) Sta. Maria Jr. and Raja Collins, with Simon Heo, Akshay Mehta, and Rick Dugdale serving as co-producers.
Daisy Ridley recently attended the SXSW festival for the premiere of her film “We Bury the Dead” and has received accolades for her previous roles, including her portrayal of Trudy Ederle in “Young Woman and the Sea.” She is also known for her role as Rey in the “Star Wars” sequel saga, which grossed $4.4 billion globally and will reprise this character in the upcoming “Star Wars: New Jedi Order.”
Alden Ehrenreich is currently working on the feature film “Switzerland,” co-starring with Helen Mirren. He has recently concluded filming for “Weapons,” set to release in 2026, and he will appear in the Marvel series “Ironheart.” His recent credits also include the success of “Cocaine Bear” and starring roles in the acclaimed “Oppenheimer” and “Fair Play,” the latter of which garnered significant views on Netflix shortly after its release.
Ridley is represented by CAA, Sloane Offer Weber & Dern, and Narrative, whereas Ehrenreich is represented by CAA and Linden Entertainment. The deal for the film was negotiated by Glenn Feig from Reder & Feig LLP on behalf of the filmmakers.
In summary, “The Last Resort” showcases the collaboration between renowned actors Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich in a romantic comedy set against the picturesque backdrop of the Philippines. Directed by Donald Petrie, the film promises a narrative that intertwines love and personal growth, with a script by Karen McCullah. Both actors, prominent figures in the industry, bring their recent accolades and experiences to this exciting project as they embark on the journey of filming set to take place in April.
Original Source: deadline.com
