Actor Lands Role in US Thriller - Til Schweiger joins ‘Contra’ as ‘Mini’ in Artisha Mann-Cooper’s directorial debut
Emmy-nominated producer Artisha Mann-Cooper is making her feature film directorial debut with 'Contra', an action thriller that has secured the talents of international star Til Schweiger. Schweiger will play the enigmatic 'Mini', a character who serves as both mentor and adversary to a young chess prodigy.
Schweiger, known for his roles in Hollywood films like 'Inglourious Basterds', 'Atomic Blonde', and 'King Arthur', brings his acting prowess to 'Contra'. Mann-Cooper, who praised Schweiger's ability to elevate every scene, has cast him alongside Charlie Gillespie, Booboo Stewart, Kal Penn, and Nicole Elizabeth Berger.
The 'Mini' character, as Schweiger will portray, guides the prodigy through a psychological battleground. Schweiger's latest film, 'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare', directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Henry Cavill, has further cemented his reputation as a versatile actor taking on challenging roles.
With a talented cast and an intriguing plot, 'Contra' promises to be an exciting addition to the action thriller genre. Til Schweiger's involvement, along with Artisha Mann-Cooper's directorial debut, sets the stage for a compelling cinematic experience.
