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Cary Elwes Overcomes Wildfire Loss While Filming New Thriller

4/8/2026

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Cary Elwes (actor) faced challenges filming Dead Man’s Wire in Kentucky after wildfires destroyed his Malibu home.
Cassian Elwes (producer) supported him during this time.
Gus Van Sant directs Dead Man’s Wire, a true-crime thriller inspired by 1977 Tony Kiritsis case.
Elwes reflects on Al Pacino's influence, who encouraged him early in his career.
Following Rob Reiner's loss, Elwes aims to celebrate his legacy and pursue projects like MIA.

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Story summary

Cary Elwes (actor) faced challenges filming Dead Man’s Wire in Kentucky after wildfires destroyed his Malibu home.
Cassian Elwes (producer) supported him during this time.
Gus Van Sant directs Dead Man’s Wire, a true-crime thriller inspired by 1977 Tony Kiritsis case.
Elwes reflects on Al Pacino's influence, who encouraged him early in his career.
Following Rob Reiner's loss, Elwes aims to celebrate his legacy and pursue projects like MIA.