Steve Coogan shoots political comedy indie film in NYC
He joins Neve Campbell in Frank Coraci’s indie film Hot Air, set for release next year.
But Steve Coogan was shooting scenes without his female co-star in New York City on Monday afternoon.
He wasn't without company, however; surrounding him on set was a mob of protesters, swarming him with placards and banners as he tried to navigate through them.
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In a spot of bother? Steve Coogan shot scenes in New York City for new political comedy indie film Hot Air
Crowded: He wasn't without company; surrounding him on set was a mob of protesters, swarming him with placards and banners as he tried to navigate through them
Dressed in a sharp black suit and tie, the Alan Partridge actor, 51, looked deeply concerned in the scene, that saw him trying to get to a building, swamped by the crowds.
Also with him was actress Taylor Russell, who trailed behind Coogan as she portrayed the part of Tess.
His character - Lionel Macomb - is a conservative talk radio host who finds his world turned upside down when his 16-year-old niece (Russell) comes crashing into his life, prompting a relationship that changes them both drastically.
The film is being produced by director Coraci, as well as Aimee Keen and Susan Leber.
Co-star: Also with him was actress Taylor Russell [L], who trailed behind Coogan as she portrayed the part of Tess
New project: Coogan also joins Neve Campbell in Frank Coraci’s indie film Hot Air, set for release next year
The big apple: Coogan was shooting scenes in New York City on Monday afternoon
Coming through: Dressed in a sharp black suit and tie, the Alan Partridge actor, 51, looked deeply concerned in the scene, that saw him trying to get to a building, swamped by the crowds
New role: His character - Lionel Macomb - is a conservative talk radio host who finds his world turned upside down when his 16-year-old niece (Russell) comes crashing into his life, prompting a relationship that changes them both drastically
Coogan himself will executive produce, alongside Robert Halmi, Jim Reeve, Will Reichel, Eric Robinson and Ellen Goldsmith-Vein.
'I am so excited to reteam with Steve Coogan to make a film that comments on the state of our media through such an emotionally riveting story,' Coraci said of the project.
'I can't wait to bring Will Reichel's compelling script to life with this incredible cast,' he added.
Coogan and Coraci worked together last in 2004 - on Around The World In 80 Days.
Tense: The film is being produced by director Coraci, as well as Aimee Keen and Susan Leber
Mob: Coogan himself will executive produce, alongside Robert Halmi, Jim Reeve, Will Reichel, Eric Robinson and Ellen Goldsmith-Vein
Fraught scenes: 'I am so excited to reteam with Steve Coogan to make a film that comments on the state of our media through such an emotionally riveting story,' Coraci said of the project
Starlet: Scream 1-4 actress Campbell, 43, is currently a series regular on Netflix’s House of Cards and is soon to be seen in Skyscraper, with Dwayne Johnson
The actor has been busy, as is the norm; he will star in romantic drama Irreplaceable You with Christopher Walken and Michiel Huisman, and then Stan and Ollie opposite John C. Reilly, about Laurel and Hardy.
He is currently the voice of Silas Ramsbottom in Despicable Me 3.
Meanwhile, up-and-comer Russell, 23, has been shooting the TV series version of Lost In Space, where she stars as Judy Robinson.
Scream 1-4 actress Campbell, 43, is currently a series regular on Netflix’s House of Cards and is soon to be seen in Skyscraper, with Dwayne Johnson.