Netflix releases psychological thriller Deadly Illusions featuring star-studded cast from director Anna Elizabeth James of Kiss and Tale Productions, and 2nd unit director Jonny Zeller.
The film chronicles bestselling female novelist Mary Morrison (Kristin Davis), who suffering from writerâs block, hires an innocent yet beautiful caregiver Grace (Greer Grammer) to watch over her children as she dangerously indulges into the fantasies of her new best seller. As their relationship blossoms, the line between the life sheâs writing and the one sheâs living becomes blurred.
âWorking on this film was an amazing experience. Director Anna Elizabeth James and I have talked about collaborating together for years, so I love that we were able to come together on this one. It felt like we were always so in sync.â –Â Jonny Zeller, 2nd Unit Director
Zellerâs direction brought the reality of the horror in the climax of the film to life in the action sequences seen throughout the feature.
âJonny Zeller is not only an intuitive creative, he is an expert communicator and visionary. He championed the material by making choices in line with the truth of the of the story and its characters. Without him I would have not been able to pull off a strenuous schedule and shoot within 17 days. I was able to entrust him with our key talent on numerous occasions where he executed beyond my vision. Many of Jonnyâs shots exist, that without them, the story would have suffered. I canât imagine a better partner to go into battle with. â –Â Anna Elizabeth James, Director
When the mental and emotional trauma from Grammerâs character, Grace manifests in a variety of ways, she begins to interfere in the lives and love between Davis and Mulroney.
âThis cast was a dream to work with. Working with industry vets Kristin and Dermot was a dream. It was fascinating to see them embody these characters and bring them to life,â said Zeller.
Netflix is set to release the film March 18, 2021. Watch the Deadly Illusions trailer HERE.