Director Brian De Palma announces his new film project.

Legendary director is set to make a comeback to mainstream cinema after a hiatus of several years. Hollywood’s renowned filmmaker Brian De Palma has announced the launch of his new film. The creator of cult classics like Scarface and The Untouchables will soon begin filming the project, which will be his first feature-length work in several years.

New Film and Production Timeline

Tentatively titled Sweet Revenge, the film will be shot in Portugal this summer. Its release is scheduled for 2027. The news of the 85-year-old director's return has been confirmed by the respected publication The Film Stage.

Earlier, De Palma had mentioned the new project in an interview with Vulture, though the industry had approached these statements with caution. The doubts were reportedly due to the director's health issues, which in the past had created complications in insuring the production.

What Sweet Revenge is About

The film's plot is based on two real-life murder stories and is inspired by the aesthetic and narrative structure of true-crime documentaries. According to De Palma himself, he is particularly interested in the televised storytelling style of crime reporting, which he intends to reinterpret and adapt for the big screen.

Sources note that the film will feature large-scale scenes executed in the director's signature visual style, which has made his work stand out among other Hollywood thrillers for decades.

Significance of the Director's Comeback

Brian De Palma's return to active direction is a notable event for the global film industry. Despite the lukewarm reception of his previous film Domino (2019), the director is still considered a pivotal figure in American cinema, having influenced several generations of filmmakers.

Filming in Portugal is also expected to play a significant role for the local film infrastructure. The project is anticipated to draw attention from the international industry and may potentially receive support from national film funds.