Viola Davis is set to embrace a daring new role as a commander-in-chief in the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios action thriller, G20. The film, directed by Patricia Riggen, is ready to make waves when it begins streaming on Prime Video on April 10. With a star-studded cast that includes Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Antony Starr, Douglas Hodge, Elizabeth Marvel, Sabrina Impacciatore, and Clark Gregg, anticipation is building for what promises to be a high-octane cinematic experience.
The storyline of G20 revolves around President Taylor Sutton, portrayed by Davis, who must navigate an international crisis when terrorists seize control of the G20 summit in Cape Town, South Africa. The stakes become intensely personal as Sutton, amid the swirling chaos of geopolitical tension, also faces the harrowing reality that her family is missing. “My husband and kids are missing,” Davis declares in a gripping moment from the trailer, underscoring the personal and political stakes intertwining in this thriller.
Antony Starr steps into the shoes of the lead antagonist, bringing a menacing presence to the screen. His character’s ultimatum is stark: “To the governments watching, I’ve taken the G20 by force. When we launch Project Deepfake, we will reset the world’s financial markets.” This declaration catapults the film into a narrative exploring the vulnerabilities of our modern, technologically reliant infrastructure.
Behind the scenes, the film is helmed by talented director Patricia Riggen, known for her work on The 33. G20 represents a collaboration of creative minds with Caitlin Parrish, Erica Weiss, Logan Miller, and Noah Miller penning the script. Viola Davis, alongside Andrew Lazar and Julius Tennon, takes a production role, further cementing her investment in the film’s vision. According to Riggen, G20 showcases Davis in a never-before-seen avatar, embodying a hero ready to confront enormous odds within an adrenaline-pumping global scenario. The director has expressed her aspiration to craft a classic action film experience that resonates with the present-day realities steeped in technological complexity.
Viola Davis continues to expand her illustrious filmography with this project. Her recent roles include significant parts in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes and Air, alongside notable voice contributions to Kung Fu Panda 4 and Creature Commandos.
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With G20 slated for release on Prime Video on April 10, audiences can gear up for an action-packed portrayal of power, family, and global diplomacy. As Davis transcends her previous roles to deliver a performance drenched in intensity and resolve, the film not only promises edge-of-the-seat excitement but also a reflection on the fragile nature of the interconnected world we inhabit. Expect a cascade of reviews and audience reactions as the streaming date approaches, bringing this cinematic endeavor into the limelight.
