Director Joe Cornish and actor John Boyega are set to reteam for a sequel to their inaugural 2010 stoner sci-fi alien romp, Attack The Block. STUDIOCANAL & Film4 have reportedly confirmed the move develop and produce the new chapter with Boyega producing for UpperRoom, and Nira Park for Complete Fiction alongside Cornish and partner James Wilson.
Cornish will return to the helm with his own script which will undoubtedly follow the misadventures of a trainee nurse reluctantly forced to team up with the teens who mugged her in order to survive when the gang’s later actions result in an alien onslaught that commences on their apartment block. Official details for the sequel are under wraps, according to Deadline.
More from the press release:
Joe Cornish comments “I’m thrilled we’re officially announcing our return to the world of ‘Attack The Block’ on the tenth anniversary of the film’s release. I can’t wait to work alongside John again, bringing audiences an even bigger slice of inner-city alien action.”
John Boyega expands “It’s been a decade since Attack The Block was released and so much has changed since then. I’m excited to see this heightened story return to the streets of London. Moses has remained one of my favourite characters to play and bringing him back is a huge honour.”
Prior to its release, ATTACK THE BLOCK received the Audience Award at both SXSW and Los Angeles Film Festival and instantly became a favourite of fans and critics – it currently holds a 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and has gone on to earn its place as a true cult film.