Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and written by Ana Lily Amirpour, the new Cliffhanger is currently being filmed in the picturesque landscapes of Austria, with plans for a theatrical release. Brosnan will portray Ray Cooper, an experienced mountaineer who runs a luxury chalet in the Dolomites with his daughter, Sydney.
The original 1993 film featured Sylvester Stallone as a mountain climber caught up in a botched heist involving a U.S. Treasury plane in the Rocky Mountains, alongside co-stars John Lithgow, Michael Rooker, and Janine Turner. In this reimagined version, the stakes are just as high. The story unfolds during a weekend trip with the son of a billionaire, where Cooper and his daughter, Naomi (played by James), find themselves targeted by a gang of kidnappers. After witnessing the attack, Naomi must confront her past trauma from a climbing accident and fight for her family’s survival.
The film boasts a talented cast, including Nell Tiger Free, Franz Rogowski, Shubham Saraf, Asad Bouab, Suzy Bemba, and Bruno Gouery, a breakout star from Emily in Paris. Collet-Serra has emphasized the importance of capturing the grandeur of the Dolomites with large format cameras to create a truly thrilling cinematic experience.
James has committed herself to the role, undertaking real training and learning to climb for her performance. The director praised her dedication, stating that it has allowed the team to achieve remarkable shots that would have otherwise been impossible.
In May of last year, a sequel to the original Cliffhanger was announced, with Stallone set to return under the direction of Renny Harlin and writer Mark Bianculli. However, following creative changes, Lily James has stepped into the lead role, adding a fresh dynamic to the franchise.
Sharing her excitement on Instagram, James expressed her joy of spending time in the Austrian mountains and working with an incredible cast and crew. Brosnan echoed her sentiments, noting the pleasure of collaborating once more and praising their talented team.
As production continues, fans eagerly anticipate the revitalization of this classic action thriller, bringing a new generation of viewers to the thrilling heights of Cliffhanger.
