A24's Latest Culinary Adventure: Dominic Sessa to Star as Anthony Bourdain in 'Tony'

In a move that's cooking up quite the buzz, A24 is reportedly simmering over the acquisition of a new biopic titled Tony, which will feature the late, great Anthony Bourdain. The role of the iconic chef and travel documentarian will be played by none other than Dominic Sessa, fresh off his critically acclaimed performance in The Holdovers.

According to the culinary grapevine, or as we like to call it, Deadline's latest scoop, Sessa's casting has set the film world abuzz. Imagine, if you will, the culinary universe aligning to bring us a tale of Bourdain's life, from his gritty kitchen days to his global gastronomic odyssey.

A24, known for its eclectic taste in film, is apparently in talks with Matt Johnson, the director behind BlackBerry, to helm this project. Johnson, with his knack for blending humor with the absurd, might just be the perfect chef to serve up Bourdain's story with the right mix of spice and sincerity.

The film, produced under the Star Thrower Entertainment banner, promises to delve into the complexities of Bourdain's life, exploring not just his culinary genius but also his personal struggles. Given A24's track record, expect this to be less of a straightforward biopic and more of a cinematic feast, perhaps with a side of existential dread, just for flavor.

Dominic Sessa, who's quickly becoming a household name, or at least a name you'd recognize in a crowded restaurant, is set to bring Bourdain's charisma, wit, and raw honesty to the screen. This casting choice has fans and critics alike salivating over what could be a defining role for Sessa. While the specifics of which part of Bourdain's life Tony will focus on remain under wraps, the anticipation is as thick as a good bouillabaisse.

Will it cover his rise from the kitchens of Manhattan to becoming a global icon? Or perhaps dive into the darker corners of his journey? Only time, and A24, will tell.

This project not only marks a significant step for Sessa but also for A24, who is venturing into the biopic genre for the second time with a figure as universally beloved and complex as Anthony Bourdain. Their first venture into the biopic genre was Zac Efron's The Iron Claw, which dwelled on the almost Shakespearen-like tragedy that was the life of the Von Erichs, one of the first families of the wrestling industry.

For more on this developing story, keep your eyes peeled on Deadline, where they're not just serving up news but a full-course meal of entertainment updates.

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