The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey has landed their next lead movie role, joining the cast for Sunny Dancer.
As reported by Variety, Ramsey has joined the project alongside Louis Partridge and Ruby Stokes, with George Jaques’ feature set to be a “refreshing, uplifting and surprising approach to the teenage cancer story.”
According to the logline, Sunny Dancer will follow “Ivy (Ramsey), a teenager in remission from cancer, whose gloriously outspoken mum and well-intentioned dad insist she attend Children Run Free Camp, a summer retreat for young adults affected by cancer.
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“The camp’s slogan, ‘Where kids come to kid,’ does little to alleviate Ivy’s apprehension, and a quick Google search confirms her fears when she stumbles upon a cringeworthy promotional video filled with tacky messages and clichéd sunsets.
“As if conquering cancer wasn’t enough of a challenge, Ivy now faces the prospect of spending her summer at what she calls ‘chemo camp.’ However, as Ivy is reluctantly dragged through camp experience, she discovers new feelings with new friends.”
“I’m beyond excited to tell this story which focuses on a subject matter very close to my heart,” said Jaques of the project. “I can’t imagine anybody better to bring it to life than the amazing cast of Bella, Louis and Ruby – I am truly thrilled they are a part of it.”
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“We’re committed to the global promotion of emerging talent and George Jaques is a force of nature, who has written funny, highly engaging characters, in a whip smart, emotional comedy,” added Embankment Films’ Hugo Grumbar.
Whilst fans will have to wait a while for Sunny Dancer, Ramsey will soon be seen in the second season of The Last of Us, with filming beginning in February ahead of an early 2025 release date.
There is currently no release date for Sunny Dancer. The Last of Us airs on HBO in the US, and on Sky Atlantic and streaming service NOW in the UK. Season 2 is in production.
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