John Lee Hancock has announced the cast for his upcoming drama film “Monsanto.” The film, which is based on a true story, will star Glen Powell, Anthony Mackie, and Laura Dern.

Powell, known for his roles in “Anyone But You” and Richard Linklater’s “Hit Man,” will play Brent Wisner, a young attorney who takes on the case of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) against Monsanto after Johnson develops cancer from using the company’s weed killer. Dern will portray Dr. Melinda Rogers, a toxicologist who testifies during the trial that the product is safe.

The script was developed in association with Zurich Avenue and written by Michael Wisner, Alexandra Duparc, Ned Benson, and Hancock. Producers include Moritz Borman, Eric Kopeloff, Philip Schulz-Deyle, Jon Levin, Adam McKay and Kevin Messick from HyperObject Industries. Rocket Science will handle international sales while CAA Media Finance will manage US rights.

Hancock expressed his interest in telling this David vs Goliath story due to its dramatic nature and relevance in today’s world. As a director with films like “The Blind Side” and “Saving Mr. Banks” under his belt, Hancock aims to deliver a compelling legal drama that resonates with audiences. Mackie and Dern are both talented actors who have extensive credits including The Hurt Locker and Jurassic Park respectively. Together with the crew hope to bring this important real-life story to the screen in a compelling way that is thought-provoking.

Overall,”Monsanto” promises to be an intense legal drama that sheds light on an important issue facing many people today. With such a talented cast and crew behind it, it’s sure to be a must-see film when it hits theaters next year.