Get ready to dive into the explosive world of Zero, the impending action-thriller from director Jean Luc Herbulot (Saloum) and co-written by star Hus Miller (You Can’t Say No). Following early buzz and comparisons to high-octane hits like Mark Neveldineand Brian Taylor’s Crank, Zero thrusts viewers into the vibrant and volatile streets of Dakar, Senegal, is guaranteed to leave you wired whilst also sparking much debate.
The film centers on two strangers who awaken to a terrifying reality: bombs are strapped to their chests, ticking down from a mere ten hours. Forced to obey the commands of an enigmatic voice, they must navigate a series of increasingly dangerous and chaotic missions, all while the city around them erupts in protest against Western influence. This relentless race against time becomes a desperate fight for survival, connection, and ultimately, redemption in a world teetering on the edge.
Zero boasts a brilliant cast, including Hus Miller, Cam McHarg (The Heights), Gary Dourdan (Impostor, The Expendables 3), Roger Sallah (The Restaurant), Moran Rosenblatt (Fauda), and Willem Dafoe (John Wick, Spider-Man). Festival reviews from Beyond Fest and Sitges highlight the film’s masterful blend of action, humor and drama, all woven into a seemingly small story with profound and far-reaching consequences. This is a film that promises not only thrills but also demands introspection and sparks important conversations.
In anticipation of Zero‘s theatrical and VOD release this Friday, April 11th, CinemaChords’ Howard Gorman had the opportunity to sit down with the creative forces behind the film: co-writer/director Jean Luc Herbulot, star/co-writer Hus Miller, and star Cam McHarg. They delved into the intricate process of blending a high-stakes action narrative with surprising moments of levity whilst also exploring a potent political commentary on colonialism and contemporary African society. The conversation went on to also shed light on how the film underscores how seemingly ordinary individuals can be manipulated into becoming public enemies, ultimately flipping the script on prevalent Western political narratives.
