Alana Haim Joins Aubrey Plaza in ‘The Heidi Fleiss Story’ Talks
Alana Haim is reportedly in discussions to star in the upcoming film, The Heidi Fleiss Story. This dark comedy will feature Aubrey Plaza in the lead role, portraying the notorious “Hollywood Madam,” Heidi Fleiss.
The Setting and Plot
The film is set in 1993 Los Angeles. It tells the story of Fleiss, who is arrested for operating the world’s largest high-end prostitution ring. Haim will portray Jacolyn, an aspiring writer determined to chronicle Fleiss’s tumultuous journey.
The plot revolves around Fleiss’s attempts to manipulate her connections in L.A. to evade legal repercussions. Jacolyn offers her support, aiming to document Fleiss’s life story amidst the chaos.
Production Details
Filming for The Heidi Fleiss Story is set to commence early next year in Los Angeles. Leah Rachel is making her feature directorial debut, collaborating with screenwriters Travis Jackson and Rachel Sennott. Producers on the project include Jessamine Burgum and Kara Durrett for Pinky Promise and Aubrey Plaza through Evil Hag Productions.
Alana Haim’s Career Highlights
- Part of the acclaimed pop rock band Haim, alongside her sisters Este and Danielle.
- Nominated for four Grammy Awards.
- Lauded for her performance in Paul Thomas Anderson’s Licorice Pizza, which earned her nominations at significant award shows.
Recent Projects
Haim recently appeared in Paul Thomas Anderson’s film One Battle After Another. Additionally, she starred in The Mastermind, a heist film that premiered at Cannes and was released in the U.S. by Mubi.
Upcoming Projects
In future projects, Haim is set to star alongside Zendaya and Robert Pattinson in A24’s The Drama, directed by Kristoffer Borgli. Her representation includes UTA, Entertainment 360, and Hansen, Jacobson, Teller.
