Chris Evans stars in the
film PUNCTURE, directed by Adam Kassen and Mark Kassen. Currently
filming on location in Houston, Texas; Vinessa Shaw, Mark Kassen and
Brett Cullen also star, with Jesse L. Martin, Michael Biehn, Kate
Burton, Tess Parker and Marshal Bell rounding out the cast
Based on a true story, PUNCTURE surrounds a brilliant, troubled young
attorney (Evans) who takes on a health care giant in a fight to save
lives. Directed by the Kassen Brothers, the film began production in
Houston this month. PUNCTURE was written by Chris Lopata, and is a LIKE
MINDED PICTURES production being produced by the Kassens with Jordan
Foley and Craig Cohen also producing. CAA will represent the North
American rights.
“From the moment we heard about this story we connected to what it says
about the current state of our medical industry… and the flawed hero
that tries to fix it." says Adam Kassen.SYNOPSIS:
When Mike Wiess (Evans), a young brilliant eccentric lawyer, comes
across a nurse who was infected with AIDS as a result of a needle stick
accident, he convinces his partner to risk everything to take on a case
that could potentially put them out of business. They quickly learn
that a man has invented a needle called Safety Point that could put an
end to hundreds of thousands of needle stick accidents that take place
in hospitals every year. While doctors and nurses are begging for the
Safety Point needle, a large medical supply corporation has secretly
monopolized the Group Purchasing Organizations making it impossible for
Safety Point to make its way into hospitals and around the world. The
enormity of this global conspiracy quickly puts a strain on the partners
which could potentially end their business and their friendship.
Complicating the situation even further is Mike’s long time battle with
drugs. As Mike struggles to overcome his inner demons, there is no
telling how far the medical supply corporation will go to ensure that
the Safety Point needle never sees the light of day.THE KASSEN BROTHERS (ADAM & MARK):
Their most recent film production was “Bernard and Doris” (starring
Susan Sarandon and Ralph Fiennes), which was nominated for 10 EMMY
Awards including Best Picture, 3 Golden Globe Awards, including Best
Picture, as well as award nominations from SAG, PGA, and the DGA.Recent Television projects include the “The Minor Accomplishments of
Jackie Woodman”, a one-camera half-hour scripted comedy for IFC produced
and produced and directed by the Kassens.
As an actor, Mark most recently starred in his critically acclaimed
off-Broadway multi–media play “Little Willy”, which told the story of
Adolf Hitler’s nephew. The play was directed by John Gould Rubin at The
Ohio Theatre.CHRIS EVANS:
Chris Evans will next be seen in Sylvain White's "The Losers" for
Warner Bros. and Edgar Wright's "Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World" for
Universal. Evans starred in the blockbuster hits "Fantastic Four" and
Danny Boyle's "Sunshine."
Evans is represented by CAA, 3 Arts Entertainment and his attorney is
Stone, Meyer, Genow, Smelkinson and Binder.
