Josh Brolin in Talks for Whalefall Survival Thriller

Josh Brolin is in negotiations to join the cast of the upcoming survival thriller 'Whalefall,' directed by Brian Duffield, alongside Austin Abrams. The film, based on Daniel Kraus' acclaimed novel, follows a scuba diver who, while searching for his deceased father's remains, is swallowed by a massive sperm whale and has only one hour of oxygen left to escape. Described as a blend of 'The Martian' and '127 Hours,' the story delves into themes of survival and unexpected hope in dire circumstances. The film is being produced by Imagine Entertainment's Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, and Allan Mandelbaum, with Duffield co-writing the screenplay. Brolin, known for his roles in 'Dune' and 'No Country for Old Men,' has several other projects lined up, including the next installment of Rian Johnson’s Knives Out franchise. 'Whalefall' has generated significant buzz in the literary world, praised for its gripping narrative.