Powerful comeback

> Susan Sarandon returns to the big screen in the dramatic thriller Viper Club

HOLLYWOOD veteran Susan Sarandon ( top) will return to the big screen this autumn in the YouTube-produced thriller Viper Club. The streaming platform has concluded a deal with Roadside Attractions to secure a theatrical release for the film.

The decision marks a change of strategy for the Googleowned entity which originally planned to release its productions directly on YouTube Premium.

Written by AmericanIranian director Maryam Keshavarz and Jonathan Mastro, Viper Club will premier at the Toronto International Film Festival, which is set to run from Sept 6 to 16.

The cast also features Matt Bomer, Lola Kirke, Adepero Oduye, Sheila Vand, Julian Morris, and Edie Falco.

Originally entitled Vulture Club, the film tells the story of Helen (Sarandon), a former ER nurse battling to free her son, a war correspondent, who is held being captive by a terrorist group.

When negotiations to secure his release are held up by bureaucracy, Helen discovers a secret community of journalists, philanthropists and lawyers who may be able to help her.

“The extremely talented cast delivered powerful performances, and we are thrilled to debut this film at the Toronto International Film Festival and partner with Roadside to bring the film to theaters this fall,” said Susanne Daniels, YouTube’s global head of original content.

Viper Club will be released on Oct 26 in the United States, ahead of of its launch on YouTube Premium in 2019. – AFP-Relaxnews