11/07/2017 - Domhnall Gleeson, Charlotte Rampling and Ruth Wilson star in the ghost story, which has commenced principal photography at UK locations

Lenny Abrahamson has commenced principal photography at UK locations on The Little Stranger [+see also:
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The cast includes Domhnall Gleeson, who shot to prominence the world over with his starring turns in Ex Machina [+see also:
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The film is being produced by Gail Egan (The Constant Gardener [+see also:
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Pathé will distribute the film in the UK, France and Switzerland. Focus Features (US) acquired the film from Pathé International for distribution throughout the rest of the world. Focus will release the film domestically and Universal Pictures International will distribute in non-Pathé territories.

The Little Stranger is a Focus Features, Pathé and Film4 presentation in association with Ingenious Media and the Irish Film Board. It is being produced by Potboiler (UK), in association with Element Pictures. 

Abrahamson is one of the most feted filmmakers in Irish film history. He made his feature debut with Adam & Paul (2004), which earned him the IFTA for Best Director, besides several other wins and nominations. Garage [+see also:
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