Brad Pitt’s production company, which produced 12 Years a Slave, has reportedly chosen the infamous Stuebenville rape case as its next project.
It’s a terrible story but one that needs to be told. I’m looking forward to seeing what they do with it. It could be a very important film.
The case led to a series of major embarrassments for media figures. It also led to the indictment of school officials and an informal indictment of small town sports-worship culture in general.
There’s a story to be told here that everyone should hear. A cautionary tale for some and an education for others.
Some believe Plan B has chosen the wrong aspect of the story to focus on, but I think it’s a little early to make that assumption. The project was only just announced and it may encompass more than has already been conveyed.