The film, co-starring Rooney Mara, centers on a New York advertising executive (Smith) who experiences a deep personal tragedy. His colleagues devise an unconventional plan to break him out of his depression — which works — but not in a way that anyone imagined.
- Hugh Jackman left the project due to scheduling conflicts with the 3rd Wolverine movie;
- Filming starts in October;
-Johnny Depp was also considered for the role.
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