When the script was just taking shape, and when it was necessary to find a director, producer Steve Golin immediately thought of Gavin Hood. The reason is that Hood is from South Africa, so he can handle some very interesting political situations. In addition, his growth has always been accompanied by political changes, and he has experienced more than most Americans. Therefore, the producer believes that he will definitely have a kind of intimacy with this kind of story theme, and then learn from his own life. Find the coexistence side.
Coincidentally, Gavin Hood is also looking for the next film theme that suits him, and he also has plans to enter the American film industry. After reading the script, Hood believed that the story itself raised a question that was of profound significance and was difficult to find answers. It told an exciting point of view, but it also left him a lot of room for thinking, so he took the play. Director’s work.
According to the different perspectives and starting points of the story, in order to be able to dig deeper into some of the story elements hidden in the script, Gavin Hood invited the original Gloria Thain to participate in the filming of the film as much as possible, looking for a more suitable film The rhythm, rhythm and pace of the game.
