Acclaimed filmmaker Werner Herzog has cast real-life sisters Rooney and Kate Mara to star in his upcoming feature film "Bucking Fastard," set to begin production this spring.
The Mara sisters will portray Joan and Jean, siblings living on society's outskirts whose intensely close relationship forms the heart of the narrative. The film is reportedly based on a true story, though specific plot details remain under wraps.
Herzog, known for directing thought-provoking documentaries like "Grizzly Man" and classic features such as the 1979 "Nosferatu," will both write and direct the project. The production is scheduled to film on location in Ireland and Slovenia.
This marks the first time the Mara sisters have starred together in a feature film, adding an intriguing layer of authenticity to their portrayal of the inseparable siblings at the center of Herzog's latest work.
The film continues Herzog's tradition of exploring complex human relationships and existential themes through his distinctive directorial lens. With his unique storytelling approach combined with the natural chemistry between the Mara sisters, "Bucking Fastard" promises to be a compelling addition to Herzog's filmography.
Production is set to commence in Spring 2024 across the atmospheric landscapes of Ireland and Slovenia.