To have Colin Firth in such a compelling story as The Railway Man is a real coup for us. We're looking forward to working with Andy, Chris, Bill and Jonathan on this epic tale of love and redemption which we think will have universal appeal for audiences around the world.Teplitzky added in the same tone:
The Railway Man is an amazing story and to have the chance to make it with Colin Firth as Eric is really the best gift any director could hope for.FYI Teplitzky and Paterson are currently in Toronto for today's premiere of Burning Man, starring Matthew Goode and Bojana Novakovic. As for Firth, he will next be seen in Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, helmed by Tomas Alfredson. Watch the trailer for Girl with a Pearl Earring – Paterson and Firth also worked together on this film. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zg4P-u8tu-8[/youtube]
Girl with a Pearl Earring – Trailer