Kevin James takes on an action-packed role in Guns Up, an upcoming action-comedy film directed by Edward Drake. The film, which is set to debut in Europe this summer, has yet to announce a U.S. release.
Plot
Guns Up follows Ray Hayes (played by Kevin James), a former cop who is now moonlighting as a henchman for the mob. As a family man, Ray dreams of providing a better life for his loved ones. He has a plan to leave the dangerous world of organized crime behind and open a diner with his wife, Audrey. However, when a new gangster boss, Lonny, takes over, Ray’s world spirals out of control after a job goes wrong. Now, with the mafia gunning for him, Ray has one night to get his family out of the city and protect his kids from the dangerous criminal world he’s tried to escape.
Behind the Scenes
Directed by Australian filmmaker Edward Drake, Guns Up is his latest project following movies like American Siege, Gasoline Alley, and the Detective Knight trilogy. The film also stars Christina Ricci, Luis Guzmán, Francis Cronin, Kelly Landry, and Rob Gough. Drake wrote the screenplay and co-produced the film with Jeffrey Greenstein, Jon Keeyes, Mandi Murro, J.J. Nugent, Tobias Weymar, and himself.
Kevin James has revealed an interesting detail about his performance. He drew inspiration from watching French bulldogs struggle to jump onto a couch. This moment led him to realize how to portray his character, Ray, in a more sympathetic light.
Release Information
While Guns Up is set to open in Germany and Spain this summer, a U.S. release has not yet been announced. The film has yet to premiere at any film festivals, but its international trailer and posters have already been released, giving audiences a glimpse into the action-comedy.
Guns Up promises to be an intense, thrilling ride with a bit of humor, as Ray Hayes navigates the dangerous world of organized crime while trying to protect his family.
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