Israeli Director Alma Har'el's New Film 'Wet' Acquired by Lionsgate

Lionsgate has acquired North American and UK distribution rights for "Wet," the upcoming film from Israeli director Alma Har'el. The movie, which Har'el co-wrote with Christian Stangbye, is described as a wild and seductive maritime adventure blending family drama, dark comedy, and social satire. Plot details are currently being kept under wraps.

"Wet" is set to star a prominent cast including Spanish actor Javier Bardem, known for his vocal criticism of Israel, and Spanish singer Rosalía, who is expanding her acting career after appearing in "Euphoria." Other cast members include Rebecca Ferguson, "Hot বিপজ্জনক" star Conor Story, Odessa A'zion, and Lucas Haas.

Har'el, who previously directed "Bombay Beach" and "Honey Boy," commented on the project, stating, "I've recently had to find humor within the chaos and humanity in the most unexpected situations." She expressed gratitude to Lionsgate for embracing a film that "corresponds to the crazy times we are living in" and excitement to assemble the "extraordinary group of actors" to create a film that "refuses to behave according to the rules."

Har'el, a Tel Aviv native, has previously shared pro-Palestinian content and criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza on social media. Filming for "Wet" is scheduled to commence in the Dominican Republic in 2027. This will be Har'el's first feature-length narrative film since "Honey Boy" in 2019.