John Gore Studios Boards Peter Hoar’s ‘A Waiter in Paris’ With Leo Woodall As Feature Begins Filming & Adds Raft Of French Talent

John Gore Studios has joined the production of *A Waiter in Paris*, a drama starring Leo Woodall that has begun filming in Paris. The film follows a young British man trying to find belonging and make a life as a waiter in the city, and marks the feature debut of Bafta-winning television director Peter Hoar.

Based on Edward Chisholm’s bestselling memoir, the film is adapted by Ben Hopkins and also stars Clémence Poésy alongside a cast of French actors. It is being shot entirely in Paris, with John Gore Studios and BBC Film among its backers; UK, Benelux and Australian distribution deals have already been secured.