Walton Goggins and Amber Midthunder are starring together in the upcoming action movie Painter, recently acquired by 20th Century Studios. This James Cameron action thriller centers on a young woman trained for survival who must rescue her kidnapped father, blending intense action with personal drama.
Creative Forces Behind Painter and Its Storyline
Painter is the brainchild of Derek Kolstad, known for creating the John Wick franchise, with James Cameron on board as executive producer. The film marks the directorial debut of Garrett Warren, a seasoned stunt coordinator who has collaborated with Cameron on Avatar and worked on films like Logan and the Road House reboot. The story follows Amber Midthunder as the daughter who uses her skills to save her father, a role taken by Walton Goggins.
Development and Casting Changes
The film first attracted attention at last year’s American Film Market when FilmNation introduced it for international sales. Its mix of gritty action and emotional depth led James Cameron to support the project, guiding it to 20th Century Studios. Alan Ritchson was originally cast as the co-star opposite Midthunder but had to leave due to scheduling conflicts, making way for Goggins.
The Leads’ Recent Work and Future Projects
Amber Midthunder, who gained recognition for her role in Prey, recently appeared alongside Jack Quaid in Paramount’s Novocaine and in A24’s thriller Opus with Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich. She will soon appear in Prime Video’s adaptation of Stephen King’s Carrie. Walton Goggins is enjoying a career peak, having received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for The White Lotus season three. He also concluded filming the final season of The Righteous Gemstones and starred in The Uninvited, directed by his wife Nadia Conners, which debuted at SXSW. Goggins returns as The Ghoul in Amazon’s Fallout season two, premiering December 17.
Anticipation Surrounding Painter and Its Impact
With James Cameron’s involvement and the creative team’s strong backgrounds in action cinema, Painter aims to deliver a powerful blend of thrilling sequences and emotional storytelling. The film’s focus on resilience and family bonds paired with high-caliber talent signals promising appeal for audiences looking for both intensity and depth in a James Cameron action thriller.
