Joseph Mazzello to Star in Cecil Hotel Horror ‘A Grim Life’; Cappu Films Handling Sales

Joseph Mazzello, known for “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Jurassic Park,” will lead the supernatural thriller “A Grim Life,” set in Los Angeles’ infamous Cecil Hotel. The project was announced at the Tokyo International Film Festival’s TIFFCOM market, where Hong Kong-based Cappu Films acquired international sales rights. Francesco Lucente writes and directs the film, which taps into the hotel’s dark history of deaths and mysteries, including the Elisa Lam case. Mazzello’s casting brings star power to a location with built-in true-crime intrigue, positioning the film for genre fans and global buyers. Cappu Films’ involvement signals strong commercial ambitions for the title across Asian and international markets. With production details still emerging, the project is poised to capitalize on the public’s enduring fascination with the Cecil Hotel’s grim legacy.