Kamal Ghorui
Chris Pine might just be teaming up with Emma Stone for a new romantic comedy, ‘The Catch’, and Hollywood can’t quite keep calm. As per reports, if this casting comes through, it will be the first time that these two actors will share screen space.
‘The Catch’: What we know so far
So, what is the film, ‘The Catch’, all about? Not much has leaked yet. The studio behind the rom-com is keeping plot details close, but here’s what we do know. The film is said to be a “two-hander” romantic comedy, so everything probably hinges on the chemistry between Stone and Pine.Per Deadline, the script is by Patrick Kang and Michael Levin, who have a background in both sitcoms and movies. So, the audience can expect sharp, funny writing with a bit of heart. Moreover, Dave McCary, known for ‘Brigsby Bear’, will direct the film.Emma Stone, who isn’t just starring in the film as the female protagonist, but she’s also co-producing it with Shawn Levy and Dan Levine. Right now, the story’s still under wraps, but the title hints at something playful and character-focused, maybe with a twist.Furthermore, there’s no release date yet, and the movie’s still early in development. But Deadline reports that insiders say once Pine officially signs on, things could move fast. If that happens, ‘The Catch’ is set to be Stone’s next big movie. Whether it ends up being more comedy, more romance, or a mix of both.
Who is Chris Pine?
For the unversed, Chris Pine made his name playing Captain Kirk in ‘Star Trek’. Pine actually started out doing rom-coms and lighter roles in films like ‘Just My Luck’ and his iconic role in ‘The Princess Diaries 2’. So, working with Emma Stone could be a real comeback to his romantic hero roots.
Who is Emma Stone?
As for Emma Stone, she got her break with comedies like ‘Easy A’ and ‘Crazy, Stupid, Love’, then racked up two Best Actress Oscars for ‘La La Land’ and ‘Poor Things’. She is nominated for her third Best Actress Oscar for her role in ‘Bugonia’. With ‘The Catch’, she’s back in rom-com territory.
