Michaël R. Roskam adapts WWII Belgian newspaper prank into heist film
Director Michaël R. Roskam is adapting the story of a 1943 Belgian media hack involving a counterfeit Nazi newspaper into a new feature film.
Historical event inspires movie plot
In November 1943, Belgian journalists and printers intercepted the Nazi-controlled Le Soir to publish a satirical fake edition. This act served as the world's first media hack during the occupation period. The resulting film treats the historical stunt as a caper similar to Ocean's Eleven.
Production team discusses origins
Co-writer Bernard Falaise initially studied media piracy and satire at university before choosing this subject for a script. He proposed the idea after learning about the event in an academic course on piracy. The project gained momentum following attacks on French satire magazine Charlie Hebdo.
Film premiere details confirmed
Le Faux Soir will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Goodfellas is handling worldwide sales for the production. The cast includes actors from Belgium and France known for comedy roles.
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