Description: A contemporary murder mystery, as a party finds themselves snowed-in on Christmas Eve with a murderer among them. The snow is thick, the phone line is down, and no one is getting in or out of Warbeck Hall. All is set for a lovely Christmas, with friends and family gathered round the fire, except as the bells chime midnight, a murder is committed. But who is responsible? The scorned young lover? The lord’s passed-over cousin? The social climbing politician’s wife? The Czech history professor? The obsequious butler? And perhaps the real question is: Can they survive long enough to find out?
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: 02-06-25
Contact Details:
Producer: Rupert Lloyd – Cyrus Massoudi – Fiona Neilson – Paul Webster
Writer: James Roblin
Director: Mat Whitecross
Cast: Jonathan Pryce – Nick Mohammed
Casting Director: Kharmel Cochrane
Atar Studios: rupert@atarstudios.com
Location: London, UK
Mint Pictures: 64 Grosvenor Road, London, England, E10 6LQ
Sky Cinema: skyvisionmarketingmailbox@sky.uk | Phone: +44 333 100 0333
Mister Smith Entertainment: info@mistersmithent.com | Phone: +44 20 7494 1724
Sleeping Lions: A Gripping Christmas Murder Mystery Unraveled
In the highly anticipated feature film “Sleeping Lions,” audiences find themselves enveloped in a chilling mystery set against the festive backdrop of Christmas Eve. As guests gather at the opulent Warbeck Hall, a heavy snowstorm cuts them off from the outside world, transforming what was supposed to be a night of joy into a harrowing fight for survival. With a murderer in their midst, the ensemble cast must confront hidden motives and tangled relationships, as secrets simmer beneath the surface of holiday cheer.
Renowned actor Jonathan Pryce takes center stage as the dying Earl of Warbeck, whose final gathering of friends and family escalates into a suspenseful game of whodunit. Directed by Mat Whitecross and penned by gifted storyteller James Roblin, this feature is poised to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The tension builds as each character is drawn into the narrative, leading viewers to question who among them could be the killer as the clock counts down to midnight.
Set to commence production in the summer of 2025, “Sleeping Lions” promises a captivating experience with its star-studded lineup, including the talents of Nick Mohammed among others. With stunning visuals expected from the picturesque settings of London, this film aims to redefine the traditional murder mystery with its modern twist, alluring both fans of classic whodunits and new audiences alike.
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