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Rza to direct new action film

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Press Trust of India Los Angeles
Rapper-turned-director Rza has signed on to helm new action thriller "Breakout".

The film, which will begin production in 2016, will be the rapper's third stint as a director after previously helming 2012's "The Man With The Iron Fists" and "Coco", reported Billboard magazine.

"Breakout" follows the story of a young photographer, who is falsely arrested in Bangladesh for drug trafficking.

Richard D'Ovidio wrote the screenplay based on a story he originated with Nicole D'Ovidio. It will be released by Amasia Entertainment.

Michael Helfant and Bradley Gallo, from Amasia, said in a statement, "The multi-talented RZA has mastered the art of music, acting and filmmaking.
 

"We are ecstatic to have him behind the camera on our next project as he brings a fresh and innovative take to this international action thriller from Rich D'Ovidio.

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First Published: Sep 15 2015 | 10:02 AM IST

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