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Anne Hathaway and Chiwetel Ejiofor have been seen shooting some of the first scenes for new pandemic-themed film, Lockdown, earlier this week.
Hathaway, who will play lead character Linda, could be seen looking weary while standing at an open window as she puffed on a cigarette in shots from filming.
The Oscar-winning actress, 37, was seen without make-up and her hair drawn back into a ponytail, as she cut a strained figure while gazing out onto the street.
Meanwhile, Ejiofor, 43, who was first linked to the film earlier this week and will star as Paxton, was spotted filming out on the street as he appeared to recite poetry.
In the film, Linda and Paxton are a sparing couple who decide to call a truce in order to set up an elaborate heist amid the coronavirus pandemic, reports Deadline.
On location: Anne Hathaway and Chiwetel Ejiofor have been seen shooting some of the first scenes for new pandemic-themed film, Lockdown
In the photos, it seems that Ejiofor was reading aloud to Hathaway, as he stood in the road below her window after he was seen walking down the steps of her property.
The actor was dressed in a red floral print shirt and grey trousers, while Hathaway was wore a white T-shirt underneath a cream cardigan.
As the scene progressed, the star was seen flicking ash from her cigarette down onto the street below.
The location for the film appeared to be an affluent street in London, judging by the well-presented terraced houses which were being used for filming.
Passionate: Meanwhile, Ejiofor, 43, who was first linked to the film earlier this week, was spotted filming a scene out on the street as he appeared to recite poetry from his phone
On his way out: In the photos, it seems that Ejiofor was reading aloud to Hathaway, as he stood in the road below her window after he was seen walking down the steps of her property
Set: The location for the film appeared to be an affluent street in London, judging by the well-presented terraced houses which were being used for filming
Standing watch: Hathaway, who will play lead character Linda, could be seen looking weary while standing at an open window as she puffed on a cigarette in shots from filming
In other images from the filming location, Hathaway appeared to join her co-star down on the road and was sheltered from the rain by a member of the crew.
The Les Mis actress took direction from producers in between scenes, before being given a red coat to keep warm in the bad weather.
While out in the rain, Hathaway was wearing a pair of blue jeans and wellington boots.
Shooting: As the scene progressed, the star was seen flicking ash from her cigarette down onto the street below
Glum: The Oscar-winning actress, 37, was seen without make-up and her hair drawn back into a ponytail, as she cut a strained figure while gazing out onto the street
On screen roles: In the film, Linda and Paxton are a sparing couple who decide to call a truce in order to set up an elaborate heist amid the coronavirus pandemic
Hathaway and Ejiofor are set to join a star-studded cast, as it was reported by Deadline on Thursday that producers are in advanced talks with Ben Stiller, Lily James, Stephen Merchant, Dulé Hill, Jazmyn Simon and Mark Gatiss to sign up.
Production kicked off in London late last month for the comedy drama helmed by director and creator Doug Liman.
Once the truce between Linda and Paxton is called, the couple attempt to set up a high-stakes jewellery heist at world famous department store, Harrods.
What’s going on? A group of neighbours were also seen peering through their window, possibly as extras for the film looking out at what Ejiofor’s character was up to
Intense: The actor was dressed in a red floral print shirt and grey trousers
Taking on the role: Paxton flung his arms around as he filmed the scene out in the street
Social distancing: The crew were all spaced out while filming the movie
Shooting: It is yet to be revealed when the the film will be released
The film has been scripted by Steven Knight and originated by Storyteller Productions and its producers P.J. van Sandwijk and Michael Lesslie.
The project marks a reunion for Hathaway and Knight, who previously directed the actress in the mystery thriller, Serenity.
The production is reportedly filming under strict coronavirus guidelines.
P.J. van Sandwijk is producing with Alison Winter and Michael Lesslie, with AGC’s Ford and Miguel Palos onboard as executive producers.
Worried: Hathaway’s character Linda looked strained as she peered out of her window
Bad weather: In other images from the filming location, Hathaway appeared to join her co-star down on the road and was sheltered from the rain by a member of the crew
Costume: While out in the rain, Hathaway was wearing a pair of blue jeans and wellington boots
Pouring: The cast and crew battled with bad weather during filming
A group of neighbours were also seen peering through their window, possibly as extras for the film looking out at what Ejiofor’s character was up to.
Further photographs from filming, which appeared to have been taken at another time, show Ejiofor wearing tracksuit bottoms and sliders as he walked around in the rain on set.
The producers of the project are reportedly earmarking a modest $10 million or less budget, reports Coming Soon, despite its all-star cast.
Here you go! The Les Mis actress took direction from producers in between scenes, before being given a red coat to keep warm in the bad weather
On set: Further photographs from filming, which appeared to have been taken at another time, show Ejiofor wearing tracksuit bottoms and sliders as he walked around in the rain on set
Big budget! The producers of the project are reportedly earmarking a modest $10 million or less budget, reports Coming Soon , despite its all-star cast
Reunited: The project marks a reunion for Hathaway and Knight, who previously directed the actress in the mystery thriller, Serenity
Production: The film has been scripted by Steven Knight and originated by Storyteller Productions and its producers P.J. van Sandwijk and Michael Lesslie. Between takes Anne wrapped up against the chill in a cosy Canada Goose coat
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