Who's Involved: Ben Affleck writes, directs, produces and stars, while Zoe Saldana, Elle Fanning and Sienna Miller have also been cast, and Affleck is reportedly considering Joe Bernthal for a part. What's It About: In Prohibition Era America, Joe Coughlin (Affleck) is the son of a noted police Captain, but is himself becoming increasingly involved in organised crime, intent on getting a slice of the American dream. Why We Should Care: The original novel is written by Dennis Lehane, whose previous books adapted into movies include Mystic River, Gone Baby Gone and Shutter Island. Plus, Ben Affleck has proven his immensely good judgement as a director time and time over. When's It Due: October 7, 2016.