But when a murder happens on their own doorstep, the stakes become a little more personal.
The idea was to create a retirement village that we’ve never seen before on film, he explains.
That place is Coopers Chase, which Columbus describes as warm, inviting, and luxurious."
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He explained: “There was a tremendous amount of wish fulfillment involved in the design of Coopers Chase.
Certain events and plot devices have been changed.
The film is a very faithful adaptation of the novel.”
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It is quite funny and incredibly moving, he says.
Its also a cracking, thrilling murder mystery.
Richard Osman managed to create such beautifully complex human beings who shine as individuals.
I immediately fell in love with all four of them and the brilliant actors who portrayed them.
Making this film was a dream.
I truly hope I am fortunate enough to make a sequel.
A release date has yet to be announced.
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