Pedro Pascal has been confirmed as the lead actor in De Noche, a period drama focusing on a gay romance, after Joaquin Phoenix withdrew from the project just days before filming began. The film is directed by Todd Haynes and is set in 1930s Los Angeles, featuring Pascal as a policeman.
Plot and Production Details
De Noche tells the story of a police officer, played by Pascal, and his younger lover, a boarding school teacher portrayed by Danny Ramirez. Their relationship faces peril as they are hunted by government authorities and must escape to Mexico. Ramirez, known for his role as Joaquin Torres/Falcon in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Captain America: Brave New World, co-stars alongside Pascal. The film is produced by MK2 Films and Killer Films.
Background on Casting Change
Joaquin Phoenix was initially set to star as the policeman but reportedly developed second thoughts just five days before production started in Guadalajara, Mexico. His departure led to Pascal stepping into the role shortly before filming commenced.
