Based on the personal life of science fiction author Phillip K. Dick, “Jane” is rooted in the relationship between Dick and his twin sister Jane, who died six weeks after birth. Jane’s passing impacted Dick’s creative work and legacy, according to his daughter Isa Hackett. Dick penned ‘The Man in the High Castle” and “Minority Report,” both of which were adapted for the screen. His work also inspired “Blade Runner” and “Total Recall.” Theron, Cuarón, and Hackett will produce the project, with Cuarón directing and Theron starring. Per an official logline, “Jane” is a “moving, suspenseful and darkly humorous story about a woman’s unique relationship with her brilliant, but troubled twin, who also happens to be the celebrated novelist Philip K. Dick. While attempting to rescue her brother from predicaments both real and imagined, Jane plunges deeper and deeper into a fascinating world of his creation.”
Hackett continued the experimental reimagining of her deceased aunt, “It is her story we will tell, her lens through which we will see him and his imagination. There is no better way to honor him than to grant him his wish, if only for the screen.” Electric Shepherd Productions, Theron’s Denver and Delilah Productions, and Esperanto Filmoj will produce the film. Gabriela Rodriguez, Beth Kono, AJ Dix, Sarah Scougal and Kalen Egan will produce alongside Theron, Cuarón, and Hackett. Lila Rawlings of Esperanto Filmoj will executive produce. Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Sign up for our Email Newsletters here.
