William Hurt To Star In Ensemble 'Beautiful Ohio'

William Hurt is set to star in Beautiful Ohio, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

This is the first project for Accomplice Films, the firm of famous Hollywood couple Hilary Swank and Chad Lowe, who have recently partnered with producer Mark Burton.

"I am thrilled to be partnering with Hilary Swankand Chad, who both share tremendous integrity, passion and terrific instincts for great stories," Burton said.


Beautiful Ohio will mark Chad Lowe's directorial debut.
The film will begin shooting next month in New York.

Novelist Ethan Canin adapted the script from his short story "Batorsag & Szerelem." The story revolves around an American family grappling with the chaotic social changes of 1973.