The Golden Globe recipient is due to reprise his breakthrough role as Moses in a sequel to 2011’s “Attack the Block.” Boyega reunites with Joe Cornish, who wrote and directed the film.
Studiocanal and Film 4 are currently in the early stages of production on the sequel, which was confirmed a decade after the original’s release. The plot, however, is being kept under wraps.
Speaking of the upcoming sequel, director Joe Cornish said: “I’m thrilled we’re officially announcing our return to the world of ‘Attack The Block’ on the tenth anniversary of the film’s release. I can’t wait to work alongside John again, bringing audiences an even bigger slice of inner-city alien action.”
Boyega rose to worldwide notoriety as the ex-stormtrooper Finn in the “Star Wars” sequel trilogy. He was a relatively unexplored actor when he was cast in the London-set “Attack the Block” in 2011. The plot for the film follows a teenage street gang, led by Boyega’s Moses, is forced to protect themselves against predatory alien invaders in the film.
Taking to his Instagram account, Boyega revealed the exciting news with fans and with no restrain, expressed his excitement for the endeavour.
The post was captioned: “Yes Attack the Block 2 is happening! Yes I’ll be starring and producing! Yes I’m bloody excited ! London VS them tings 💪🏾”
Speaking to Variety, Boyega said: “It’s been a decade since ‘Attack The Block’ was released and so much has changed since then.
I’m excited to see this heightened story return to the streets of London. Moses has remained one of my favourite characters to play and bringing him back is a huge honour.”
Coming on board for the sequel is Boyega’s UpperRoom Productions with Cornish also producing with Nira Park for Complete Fiction Pictures.
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