Bryan Singer Completes Controversial Lebanon War Drama with Jon Voight

Bryan Singer, the Hollywood director known for hits like The Usual Suspects and the X-Men franchise, is attempting a comeback after being sidelined since 2017 due to multiple sexual misconduct allegations, which he has denied. He secretly directed an indie period drama starring Oscar winner Jon Voight, filmed in Greece in 2023, set against the backdrop of Israel’s occupation of Lebanon in the late 1970s or early 1980s. The film, co-produced by Israeli filmmaker Yariv Horowitz, is described as a father-son story with awards-season potential, but it is expected to be highly controversial due to its critical portrayal of Israel and its political subject matter. Despite Singer’s past commercial successes and the film’s potential, his name remains a liability for distribution, especially in the U.S., where studios remain wary. Singer has been living in Israel for several years, working on projects without an agent, and this film marks his first major directorial effort since his Hollywood downfall. The release date and distribution details remain uncertain amid the anticipated polarized reception.