With The Life of Chuck, Mike Flanagan turns away from the purely horrific to create an introspectivedrama that explores one man's life through three distinct chapters. Known for his landmark adaptations of Stephen King's works (Doctor Sleep, Jessie), Flanagan here returns to the horror master's universe, but in a very different tone. The film reunites Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill and Chiwetel Ejiofor, in what promises to be a poetic exploration of human existence, between memory, mourning and the celebration of ordinary life.
The Life of Chuck will be released in France on June 11, 2025.
Synopsis: A story that celebrates life and transcends genres, based on Stephen King's short story about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz, aka "Chuck".
The Life of Chuck could appeal to fans of philosophical narratives and stories with a strong emotional dimension, far removed from the codes of the traditional blockbuster. This psychological drama is potentially aimed at viewers who have enjoyed films such as Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life or Michel Gondry's Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, where the narrative takes a more fragmented, introspective form.
The project also stands out for its literary origins: a short story by Stephen King from the collection Si ça saigne. Here, the author moves away from his usual horrific themes to explore the impact of an ordinary man's life on those around him and the world around him. The film may well surprise fans of the novelist's darker, supernatural tales.
Mike Flanagan 's The Life of Chuck is an unexpected adaptation of Stephen King, with a prestigious cast headed by Tom Hiddleston. The film promises to be a reflection on life, death and memory, which should appeal to audiences in search of deep emotions and stories that are both intimate and universal.
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