Production Commences for ‘Upgraded 2’ in Venice

Cameras have begun rolling on the sequel to the 2024 romantic comedy 'Upgraded,' with production currently underway in Venice, Italy. The film features the return of Camila Mendes, who reprises her role as Ana Santos.

Production Details

• Filming Locations: Production began on October 21 at iconic sites including the Venice Biennale headquarters at Ca’ Giustinian, Palazzo Franchetti, and the Moro Venice restaurant.
• Director: Becca Gleason has taken over directorial duties for the sequel.
• Cast: Alongside Camila Mendes, Leslie Bibb is confirmed to star, though specific details regarding her character remain undisclosed.

Narrative Context

The sequel shifts the setting to the Venice Biennale, the world’s oldest contemporary art fair, as the protagonist attempts to further her career in the high-stakes art world. The screenplay was written by Luke Roberts and Justin Matthews, the same duo behind the original film.

Future Schedule

Following an initial 12-day shoot in Venice, the production is scheduled to relocate to Rome for a 33-day filming block. The project is being supported by Italian production company Colorado Film, with Luca Tranchino serving as the production designer. Interested viewers can track local updates via the official Italy for Movies portal, which monitors the country’s national film production landscape.