Guillem Morales to Direct the Psychological Thriller “The Wasp”

Guillem Morales is all abuzz

The 47-year-old Spanish film and television director will direct Naomie Harris and Natalie Dormer in the psychological thriller The Wasp.

Guillem MoralesHailing from XYZ Films, the film based on Morgan Lloyd Malcolm’s play of the same name, which ran in 2015 at London’s Hampstead Theatre.

It follows Heather (Harris) and Carla (Dormer), who agree to meet after having not spoken in years. Over tea, Heather presents a very unexpected proposition that will change their lives forever.

Malcolm adapted the screenplay for the film, slated to enter production in Bath, UK in November.

Nate Bolotin and Maxime Cottray will produce for XYZ Films, along with James Harris and Leonora Darby of Tea Shop Productions, Sean Sorensen of Royal Viking Entertainment, and Matthew B. Schmidt of Paradise City Films.

“Working with consummate professionals like Naomie Harris, Natalie Dormer, Guillem Morales, XYZ, and the entire producing team renews my passion for moviemaking,” said Royal Viking Entertainment’s Sorensen.

Morales has previously directed the films Los Ojos de Julia and The Uninvited Guest, as well as the television series Inside No. 9.