Alexander Skarsgard to play biker who takes ‘submissive’ gay lover played by Harry Melling in ‘shocking’, ‘filthy’ new film Pillion

Alexander Skarsgard and Harry Melling (Images: Focus Features/Netflix)

Alexander Skarsgard is to play a biker who takes Harry Melling as his ‘submissive’ gay lover in upcoming film Pillion.

The movie, produced by Element Pictures, has been described by sources close to the project as a “fun and filthy romance with heart.”

The film, set to shoot in the UK this summer, will be directed by Harry Lighton, who was nominated for best British short at the 2018 BAFTAs for Wren Boys.

It will be launched in Cannes by Cornerstone.

Skarsgard is known for films including The Northman and Infinity Pool, plus TV shows like Big Little Lies and Succession.

Melling is meanwhile best known for his role in Netflix hit The Queen’s Gambit, and for playing Dudley Dursley in

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