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Diablo Cody Reteaming With True North’s Nathan Kahane & Producer Mason Novick On Next Film ‘Always, Roxanne’
Diablo Cody is developing a new film, *Always, Roxanne*, with producer Mason Novick and Nathan Kahane’s True North banner. The story follows an obsessive high school senior who visits her ex-boyfriend’s college to win him back, then clashes with his new girlfriend and unexpectedly connects with someone who understands her. The project has no director attached yet.
The film reunites Cody and Novick, who have collaborated on more than ten projects, including *Juno*; they are also working on a sequel to *Jennifer’s Body*. Kahane previously worked with them on *Juno* and *Young Adult* at Mandate Pictures, and said he welcomed the reunion as younger audiences rediscover cinema-going. Cody won the Academy Award for *Juno*’s original screenplay, and her other credits include *Tully* and *Lisa Frankenstein*.
In short
- Diablo Cody is developing *Always, Roxanne* with Mason Novick and Nathan Kahane.
- The story centres on a teenager trying to win back her ex.
- The film has no director attached yet.
Explained simply
Diablo Cody is a screenwriter best known for Juno, which won her an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. She has written other acclaimed films including Tully and Lisa Frankenstein, establishing herself as a prominent voice in contemporary cinema. Her work often focuses on young protagonists navigating relationships and identity.
Always, Roxanne tells the story of an obsessive high school senior who travels to her ex-boyfriend's college campus in an attempt to rekindle their relationship. The situation becomes complicated when she meets his new girlfriend, leading to conflict, though she also discovers an unexpected connection with someone else. The film has not yet announced a director.
The project reunites Cody with producer Mason Novick, with whom she has collaborated on more than ten films. Nathan Kahane's True North production company is also involved, having previously worked with Cody and Novick on Juno and Young Adult.
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