Dave Bautista, known for his roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune, has been selected to star in the upcoming action-packed film Afterburn. Joining him is the acclaimed actor Samuel L. Jackson. The movie, set in a post-apocalyptic world devastated by a solar flare, is based on the Red 5 comic series and revolves around the character Jake, played by Dave Bautista, an ex-soldier turned treasure hunter. His task is to retrieve valuable artifacts from the old world for influential clients. In this adventure, Jake teams up with a freedom fighter named Drea to secure the Mona Lisa before it falls into the hands of a dangerous warlord. Samuel L. Jackson will play the supporting role of freedom fighter Valentine.
The comic book Afterburn Issue #2 is described as: “On a mission-for-hire in the Eastern Hemisphere wasteland, Jake finds himself in flooded Hong Kong battling mutant pirates and sharks! Oh, and a gang of rival ninjas, too!”
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The film is helmed by director J.J. Perry, known for his work on projects like Day Shift and The Killer’s Game, and produced by Neal H. Moritz, Toby Jaffe, and Steve Richards. Principal photography is scheduled to commence in Europe in April, with additional casting underway.
The producers said of the project: “Afterburn is a terrific action story, combining the fun of Indiana Jones with the near future world-building of Children of Men. J.J. is going to bring this to life in a thrilling way, using real practical stunt work to create authentic, visceral set pieces. Dave [Bautista] is one of the leading action stars in the world today, as well as being an actor with real soul and versatility. So excited to be making Afterburn with them both.” And added: “The combination of Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson in an epic adventure is a sure-fire proposition for the international marketplace. With an action master like J.J. at the helm, and incredible producers in Steve, Neal and Toby, this is going to be a spectacular cinematic event.”
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Dave Bautista’s involvement in Afterburn marks another milestone in his action-packed career, which includes successful outings in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and other box office hits like Blade Runner 2049 and Army of the Dead. Similarly, Samuel L. Jackson, known for his iconic roles in the Marvel films and acclaimed performances in Django Unchained and Kong: Skull Island, adds his considerable talent to the project.
The combination of Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson promises to deliver an exhilarating cinematic experience, amplified by the expertise of director J.J. Perry and the visionary storytelling of the producers. With its blend of high-octane action and compelling characters, Afterburn is poised to captivate audiences worldwide.
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After years of development, Afterburn, starring Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson, is finally ready to take flight, offering viewers an adrenaline-fueled journey through a world ravaged by catastrophe. Fans are getting ready for an epic adventure as Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson lead the charge in this electrifying post-apocalyptic saga.
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Who wrote Afterburn? Who illustrated it? Who published it?
Published by Red 5 Comics, written by Scott Chitwood & Paul Ens, art by Wayne Nichols
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