Unlike their previous collaborations that were based on Tony-winning playwright Bennetts stage plays, this is an original screenplay.
The pic explores the humor and humanity at the heart of a community facing an uncertain future.
I am thrilled to be continuing my collaboration with him, and with the three remarkable leading actors.
(L-R) Ralph Fiennes, Jim Broadbent and Simon Russell BealeGetty
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Hytner will produce alongside Kevin Loader and Damian Jones.
Caroline Charles, Eva Yates, Paul Grindey, and Charles Moore are executive producers.
Sony will release the film theatrically worldwide, including in the UK.
