Barry Jenkins to Direct Glen Powell in Sci-Fi Thriller 'The Natural Order'

The film, based on an unpublished manuscript by Matthew Aldrich, explores the pursuit of eternal life and marks the first project for Powell's production company under a Universal first-look deal.

• Universal has acquired the rights to 'The Natural Order,' an upcoming sci-fi thriller based on an unpublished manuscript by Matthew Aldrich, known for co-writing 'Coco.'
• Barry Jenkins, the Oscar-winning director of 'Moonlight,' is confirmed to direct and co-write the screenplay with Aldrich.
• Glen Powell will star in the film and produce alongside Dan Cohen under their new production company, Barnstorm, which recently signed a first-look deal with Universal.
• The story centers on the pursuit of eternal life, with further plot details currently under wraps.
• The producing team includes Jenkins’ Pastel partners Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak, as well as Jewerl Keats Ross, who played a key role in assembling the creative team.

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