Apple Original Films' upcoming endeavorFingernailshas gained two additional cast members. According toDeadline,Luke WilsonandAnnie Murphyhave signed on to the feature. They join the previously announcedRiz Ahmed(Sound of Metal),Jessie Buckley(Women Talking), andJeremy Allen White(The Bear). Described as a “sci-fi love story,” the film focuses on institutes that can determine whether couples are truly in love. Its central characters are Anna (Buckley), an assistant at an institute, and her boss Trevor (Ahmed), a “mysterious and dedicated instructor.”
Wilson is set to play the head of what’s dubbed the Love Institute. His primary job is to help couples find confirmation that they are actually in love with each other. Wilson most recently starred in The CW’s superhero dramaStargirlas Pat. The show was cancelled after three seasons and aired its finale episode on December 7. His expansive filmography hits on a variety of films and recurring TV spots. Viewers may also recognize him for Netflix’sLook Both Ways, the seriesEnlightened,Legally Blonde, andBottle Rocket.
Murphy will play Amir’s love interest forFingernails. Though she’s appeared in a number of television series and some films, Murphy’s primary claim to fame is her role as Alexis Rose inSchitt’s Creek. The beloved comedy series ran for a total of six seasons and helped pave the way for Murphy to receive her first Emmy win for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. More recently, Murphy starred in AMC’sKevin Can F**k Himself. It was short-lived at just two seasons and aired its finale in October. Her other credits includeRussian Doll,Murderville, andThe Plateaus.
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Fingernailsis directed byChristos Nikouwho co-wrote the screenplay withStavros RaptisandSam Steiner. It is produced byCate Blanchett,Coco Francini, andAndrew Upton, with FilmNation Entertainment as the production company.Jerome Dubozexecutive produces. The film first debuted at this year’s Cannes Film Festival where Apple Original Films eventually acquired it. It will be Nikou’s English-language debut.
In an earlier statement toDeadline, Nikou offered some insight on theFingernailsstory. He stated that it “explores the modern experience of falling in love at a time when – though it seems more accessible than ever – romance has become so uncertain, complicated, and elusive.” Nikou’s partners at Dirty Films expressed a similar sentiment, adding, “In a time when finding human connection is more important and more challenging than ever, Christos’ tender and refreshing take on modern romance is unique and profound.”
Fingernailscurrently doesn’t have a release date. Check out the trailer for Murphy’sKevin Can F**k Himselfbelow:
