Shhh! Lean in—we've got the scoop on some seriously juicy Brixton gossip! Fresh off the smashing success of the beloved South London rom-com Rye Lane, by the brilliant director Raine Allen-Miller is back, and once again she's bringing something special to Brixton. Her exciting new project, Roots Manoeuvre, is a London-set heist comedy backed by an impressive lineup: Amazon, MGM Studios' Orion Pictures, BBC Film, and even Brad Pitt's Plan B Entertainment.
Here's what we have discovered: Filming has already kicked off around iconic Brixton spots like Atlantic Road and Brockwell Park. The film, cleverly named as a playful nod to Brixton's own rap legend Roots Manuva, follows a daring young woman who orchestrates an elaborate heist hidden beneath the chaos of a luxury wedding. Sounds intriguing, right? We're talking fast-paced capers, comedic moments, and a dash of Brixton's vibrant soul woven right through the storyline.