In a surprising twist, the upcoming film “Nutcrackers,” despite its festive title, is not poised to become the next holiday classic, according to acclaimed filmmaker David Gordon Green. Instead, the movie marks the return of Ben Stiller to a leading role after a hiatus of several years.
Penned by Leland Douglas, “Nutcrackers” delves into the story of Mike (played by Stiller), a workaholic who reluctantly finds himself in rural Ohio, tasked with caring for his four energetic nephews following a tragic car accident that claims their parents. Initially intended as a brief journey to secure foster care, the narrative unfolds into weeks of chaotic farm-life antics, leading Mike to the realization that he doesn’t need to search for a new home for his nephews—they’ve already found one with him.
Green has wasted no time in bringing the film to life, with production already underway in Ohio. This swift progress seemingly indicates that the director is not immediately diving into another project akin to his recent work on “Believer,” which has stirred speculation about his involvement in a potential Exorcist film. Whether he hands the reins to another director or awaits the completion of “Nutcrackers” remains uncertain.
On the other hand, Stiller, recognized for his recent work behind the camera on projects like the miniseries “Escape At Dannemora” and the Apple TV+ series “Severance,” takes on a dual role as both the star and producer of Green’s latest endeavor. Despite Stiller’s increased focus on producing, there is currently no information available regarding the film’s release date.
