Talk about raw star power! The names being mentioned in connection with the new crime thriller “Tuner” promise a film packed with intrigue and emotional depth. One of my favorites, Israeli actor Lior Raz, known for his gripping portrayal in “Fauda,” will join forces with Dustin Hoffman, the veteran Jewish icon and two-time Oscar winner, and beloved Broadway star Tovah Feldshuh. “Tuner” marks the first narrative film directed by Daniel Roher, a Jewish Canadian filmmaker who won an Oscar for his 2022 documentary “Navalny.”
According to Deadline, the premise of “Tuner” follows the story of a piano tuner (played by Leo Woodall of “The White Lotus”) who stumbles into a world of crime when he realizes that his meticulous skills can be applied to cracking safes. What unfolds is a jazz-infused thriller about love, loss and the lengths we’ll go for the people we care about.
Raz’s role in “Tuner” comes on the heels of his upcoming performance in the “Gladiator” sequel, continuing his rise in Hollywood. Meanwhile, Hoffman’s character navigates the tension and drama of the criminal underworld, with Feldshuh cast as his wife, bringing her Broadway-honed gravitas to the big screen.
As Deadline reported, while details are still sparse, filming has already started, and the production team behind “Tuner” is keeping things under wraps—though the sheer talent involved makes this a film worth anticipating. With Roher’s distinctive vision and a cast that blends Hollywood heavyweights with international stars, “Tuner” is likely to strike a chord with anyone who enjoys smart, suspenseful cinema. Stay tuned as this story develops!