“The reason I founded my company is to bring together writers and filmmakers I love and admire. As soon as Duane pitched me ‘Lush,’ I knew it was perfect for Chad. I just had a feeling instantly that he would get it. I couldn’t be more excited about this team.”
Chad Stahelski, the filmmaker that directed John Wick franchise, will produce the project. Here is a statement from him about the project:
“When I read Lush, I saw what a great film could be made from Duane’s short story. I’m excited to see the world-building we can come up with for this fresh new spy film.”
Here is a statement from the author about Chad Stahelski's involvement with the adaptation of his short story:
“One of my fondest memories is watching John Wick while taking a break from a mystery convention in Long Beach and being completely blown away. With that film, Chad Stahelski put action movies on notice, so I couldn’t be more thrilled to team up with him and Lionsgate.”
Source material: Deadline.com