Pre-Production Starts On 'Not The End Of The World'

The Illuminated Film Company ('Illuminated'), the British Academy nominated producer of 'T.R.A.N.S.I.T.', 'War Game' and 'Christmas Carol - The Movie', has announced its new feature film project, 'Not The End Of The World'.
Illuminated acquired the rights to Geraldine McCaughrean's award-winning novel (Oxford University Press) from agent David Higham Associates Limited. McCaughrean observed: "Warning: this is no straightforward rehash of Noah and his cuddly animals. It's a grown-up adventure story - a dark thriller with a plot, and ending you don't already know - and quite a lot besides. Any story set aboard the Ark necessarily involved cramming a lot into a small space. I really think that is what Illuminated are going to achieve - ideas, questions, humour, shocks and spectacle all cleverly stowed below decks. They are richly equipped to do it, and I could not be more delighted to have them translating my words into an ideal medium for the story. In fact, I can't wait to see it!"
After a successful application for Media Funding, Illuminated commissioned the internationally acclaimed writer and director Piet Kroon to adapt the novel for screen. BAFTA-nominated Kroon, recognised for his work on 'Shrek 2', 'Christmas Carol - The Movie', 'T.R.A.N.S.I.T.' and 'Osmosis Jones' has created a powerful, moving script for what promises to be a unique and innovative 90 minute animated feature film.
'Not The End Of The World' shakes up the familiar story of Noah's Ark. Seen through the eyes of Noah's youngest daughter, Timna, it becomes an electrifying tale of survival as she and her family face both external threats and internal dissent. Overlooked in the biblical tale, the women on board the Ark are brought to the fore, alongside Noah, his sons and an awe-inspiring congregation of animals.
Kroon commented: "Geraldine wrote an unflinching, wickedly funny and intriguing book, brimming with hope. The movie will only bring out those qualities more. Humanity and blind faith collide; we are not pulling punches in this gritty tale."
Following the successful completion of the script, Illuminated have now moved on to pre-production of the feature, with Kroon at the helm.
Producer Iain Harvey stated: "I have always looked for stories that put their faith in people. 'Not...' is an inspiring, deeply moving and richly comic thriller. An unusual list of attributes, I grant, but then we are working on a unique film with a highly visionary theme. This journey will be as momentous as that of the ark and its occupants."
Iluminated is currently negotiating with a number of possible co-producers for 'Not The End Of The World'.
(KMcA)