Alessio Liguori will direct “Moriarty Rising: A Sherlock Holmes Tale,” a new project exploring the origins of Sherlock Holmes’ nemesis. The film and series will be shot in Turin, Italy.
Alessio Liguori is set to direct “Moriarty Rising: A Sherlock Holmes Tale,” according to an announcement from *Variety*. The project, penned by Oliver Draiv, delves into the backstory of Professor James Moriarty, Sherlock Holmes’ most formidable adversary. The narrative will unfold against the backdrop of modern-day Turin, Italy, serving as the filming location.
“Moriarty Rising” is being produced as a “dual-format” project. This means it will be released both as a premium vertical series and as a standalone feature film. *Variety* did not specify details regarding distribution or release dates.
The project aims to provide an origin story for the iconic villain, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the character’s rise to prominence. The choice of Turin as a filming location suggests a contemporary setting for the exploration of Moriarty’s early life and motivations.
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