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Aaron Paul to Lead Psychological Thriller ‘The Midnight Pool’ for ‘V for Vendetta’ Director James McTeigue (EXCLUSIVE)

The psychological thriller is being directed by James McTeigue and being sold in Cannes by Stoic, CAA and UTA

“The Midnight Pool felt like the culmination of my career — a gripping psychological drama with mind-bending visuals and action,” said McTeigue, who added that “when Aaron Paul agreed to play Johnny Black, I knew we had something truly special.” Alongside his three-time Emmy winning role as Jesse Pinkman on “Breaking Bad,” Paul is also recognized for “Black Mirror” and “Westworld.” Other credits include “El Camino,” “Need for Speed,” and “BoJack Horseman.” McTeigue is best known for his directorial debut “V for Vendetta,” which he followed with “Ninja Assassin.” His other films include “The Raven” and “Survivor.” More recently he produced “Matrix Resurrections” and the commercially successful crime drama “Breaking In,” starring Gabrielle Union.

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