Award-winning director Darren Aronofsky is confirmed to helm the upcoming Elon Musk biopic, with A24 securing the rights in a competitive bidding war, utilizing Walter Isaacson’s authorized biography as the screenplay foundation.
In a recent announcement, Puck initially reported the development of an Elon Musk biopic under A24’s banner, a revelation later verified by Variety. The acclaimed director behind films like ‘Black Swan’ and ‘Requiem for a Dream,’ Aronofsky, will bring his unique vision to the life story of the controversial tech mogul.
Walter Isaacson’s authorized biography, released in September, is slated to be the source material for the screenplay. Notably, Isaacson’s work previously inspired the 2015 film ‘Steve Jobs,’ directed by Danny Boyle and starring Michael Fassbender.
Variety’s sources revealed that there was fierce competition among studios and filmmakers to secure the rights to Isaacson’s book, with A24 emerging victorious in the bidding war.
Aronofsky, known for his diverse filmography, including ‘Mother!’ and ‘The Whale,’ brings a distinctive approach to storytelling, hinting that this Elon Musk biopic may not adhere to conventional formulas.
Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has been a constant newsmaker due to his eccentric behavior and comments. His recent acquisition of Twitter for $44 billion, subsequently renamed X, has further fueled public interest. Musk, recognized as the world’s wealthiest individual with an estimated net worth surpassing $200 billion as of October 2023, continues to capture headlines.
As of now, there is no official release date or casting information for the Elon Musk film. Speculations on potential actors include Rami Malek for his physical resemblance and Nicolas Cage for capturing Musk’s erratic attitude.
Stay tuned for updates on this highly anticipated biopic, promising an unconventional glimpse into the life of one of the tech industry’s most enigmatic figures.
