Danica Jones on what to expect from the action-thriller film “Every single cast member, every single person on this film truly lived in the environment. You see South Africa, you see the backdrop, you see the animalistic instinct of women, and you see our unapologetic voice in the genre, and that’s what you can expect to see throughout the film.”
Latasha M. Ford with Awards Buzz recently spoke with cast members Danica Jones and Clyde Berning about their upcoming action film, which explores a mother’s journey through vengeance and survival. The production pushed boundaries to deliver intense, tactile action while highlighting the deep human connections that transcend the genre. Danica and Clyde shared exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the dedication required for this project.
The interview covers everything from intense gun training and weapon handling to meticulous fight choreography. Jones and Berning also discuss the raw power of the film’s female voices and the incredible commitment of the cast and crew. In addition to various stunt specifics, the stars delve into the physical challenges of filming in wild locations, including how they managed heavy costumes and protective gear, stayed warm, and utilized recovery techniques to prepare for each day’s shoot.
Check out the full interview below:
About “Hunting Jessica Brok”
Written by Garth McCarthy, David D. Jones, and Alastair Orr, the film stars Danica Jones, Anthony Oseyemi, Clyde Berning, and Richard Lukunku. The story follows Jessica Brok, a former elite Black Ops soldier living in rural South Africa. After being betrayed by an old ally and captured by a ruthless warlord, Jessica must escape a deadly compound to save her daughter. Forced to confront a wave of mercenaries, she must once again become the killer she vowed to leave behind. The film will be released in theaters on February 13.
About Danica Jones:
Danica Tamaryn De La Rey (also Danica Jones) was born in the small city of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. Her love of performance stems from humble beginnings in her living room, with family and toys as her first audience.
She is best known for her performances in Mbongeni Ngema’s film adaptation of Asinamali, playing the role of Soweto, an MK soldier, as well as the independent feature film, Aya, which was filmed in three days and graced many film festivals and many streaming platforms globally. She made her international debut, playing coach Paula in the Disney Film, Darby and the Dead. She plays the title role in the upcoming action thriller “Hunting Jessica Brok.”
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