Liam Hemsworth to Star in Paul Schrader’s Erotic Thriller

Liam Hemsworth has officially signed on to lead legendary filmmaker Paul Schrader’s upcoming erotic thriller, Non Compos Mentis. The project marks another bold and intense story from the writer of Taxi Driver and director of films like First Reformed and The Card Counter.

With filming set to begin this spring in New York, the movie is already gaining attention thanks to its powerful cast and emotionally charged storyline.

Paul Schrader Returns to Dark Psychological Drama

Paul Schrader is one of Hollywood’s most respected filmmakers. He wrote some of Martin Scorsese’s most iconic films, including Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, and The Last Temptation of Christ. As a director, he is known for exploring stories about lonely, troubled men facing moral and emotional crises.

In recent years, Schrader directed First Reformed, The Card Counter, and Master Gardener. These films are often described as part of his unofficial “man in a room” trilogy, focusing on characters struggling with guilt, obsession, and identity.

Now, Schrader is returning to the erotic thriller genre with Non Compos Mentis, a Latin phrase meaning “not of sound mind.” The title perfectly matches Schrader’s style of storytelling.

What Is Non Compos Mentis About?

The story centers on two brothers dealing with their mother’s battle with dementia. One brother is a successful New York City defense lawyer, while the other is a tough corporate heir.

Their already fragile relationship becomes even more complicated when the lawyer begins an obsessive affair with a younger woman. As passion turns into betrayal, the family becomes locked in a dangerous struggle over power, trust, and inheritance.

The film promises to explore how desire and ambition can destroy family bonds.

Strong Supporting Cast Joins Liam Hemsworth

Alongside Liam Hemsworth, the movie also stars:

• Caleb Landry Jones (Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Dracula)

• Sarah Pidgeon (I Know What You Did Last Summer, Tony nominee for Stereophonic)

• Dianne Wiest, two-time Academy Award winner (Hannah and Her Sisters, Bullets Over Broadway)

While official character details have not been confirmed, it is expected that Hemsworth and Jones will play the two brothers. Sarah Pidgeon will portray the younger woman involved in the affair, and Dianne Wiest will likely play the mother whose illness adds emotional tension to the story.

Producer David Gonzales has described the film as both “intimate and explosive,” highlighting how Schrader will examine the way desire can shift power within a family.

Liam Hemsworth’s Expanding Career

Liam Hemsworth is best known for playing Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games series. More recently, he stepped into the role of Geralt of Rivia in Netflix’s The Witcher, taking over from Henry Cavill.

With Non Compos Mentis, Hemsworth appears ready to take on a more mature and complex role. The psychological depth and emotional intensity of a Paul Schrader film could mark a major turning point in his career.

When Will the Film Be Released?

Filming for Non Compos Mentis begins this spring in New York. As of now, there is no official release date. However, given Schrader’s reputation and the strong cast, the movie is already one of the most anticipated upcoming erotic thrillers.

Fans of psychological dramas and intense character-driven stories can expect another bold and thought-provoking film from Paul Schrader.