Sean Penn Plans Film About U.S. Capitol Attack, Bradley Cooper Eyed for Lead Role

Triple Oscar winner Sean Penn is reportedly setting his sights on a new, politically charged directorial project: a film centered on the January 6th, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Penn's production company, Projected Picture Works, plans to tell the story through the eyes of a police officer who was present during the riot.

Sources in the U.S. film industry, including "Deadline.com" and "Hollywood Reporter," have indicated that actor Bradley Cooper is being considered for the pivotal role of the police officer. Cooper, known for his work in "A Star is Born," would portray the experiences of law enforcement during the unprecedented events at the Capitol.

While details about the film's narrative and specific focus remain scarce, the project signals Penn's continued interest in tackling significant contemporary events through cinema. The film is expected to delve into the personal impact of the Capitol attack on those who defended the building.