Da’Vine Joy Randolph has been cast as the lead in director Will Ropp’s independent dark comedy film “Dedicated to Morris Burke.” The project marks Ropp’s second feature film directorial effort, following his earlier coming-of-age comedy “Brian.”
Randolph’s character, Judy Brooks, is a woman whose late best-selling author husband has published a final novel with an unexpected dedication. Unlike his previous works, which were dedicated to her, this final book is dedicated to someone named Morris Burke. The discovery sends Judy on a quest to uncover the identity of this mysterious figure, prompting her to set aside her own grief and her son Lucas’s emotional needs as she becomes fixated on learning who Morris Burke is.
The supporting cast includes Kate McKinnon, Amy Sedaris, Janeane Garofalo, Alison Pill, Andrew Rannells, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jack Alberts, Brian d’Arcy James, Katie Holmes, Tyrik Johnson, and Lauren Mei. Ropp stated that the film examines the intersection of tragedy and comedy while exploring themes of loss and grief. He commented on Randolph’s casting, expressing enthusiasm about her ability to embody the film’s complex protagonist.
The screenplay was written by Jeremy Leder. Production commenced in late July in New York City. Big Swell Entertainment, Act 4 Artists, and Endless Ropportunities are producing the project, with UTA Independent Film Group handling international sales representation.
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