Billy Zane has joined a new neo‑noir film from writer-director Philippe Caland that began shooting in Los Angeles this month. Milliseconds follows a reclusive ex‑painter who is drawn into an investigation tied to a suicide hotline, unearthing old connections and long‑hidden secrets.
The production brings together a mixed cast of established screen veterans and newcomers. Alongside Zane are John Billingsley, Scottie Thompson and Bonnie Root, with newcomer Elijah Lynn Langston making his feature debut. Kevin Ryan, Don Wallace and Jason Lee Daniel round out the ensemble.
Caland is producing under his Junto House Films banner with co‑producers Root and Cynthia Bravo; Zane also serves as an executive producer. Cinematographer Gonzalo Digenio is attached, and the shoot will use a range of Los Angeles locations, including panoramic cityscapes, notable architectural sites and areas near Alta Dena that were affected by recent wildfires.
The choice of locations and the film’s subject matter suggest an emphasis on atmosphere as much as plot: Milliseconds positions itself as a character‑driven mystery where art, memory and trauma intersect. For viewers, that means a story likely to explore grief and transformation rather than straightforward procedural beats.
- Lead: Billy Zane — veteran film actor with landmark roles and executive producer credit on this project
- Supporting: John Billingsley — appearing after recent limited‑series work
- Supporting: Scottie Thompson — noted for recurring television roles
- Supporting/Co‑producer: Bonnie Root — returns to collaborate with Caland
- Newcomer: Elijah Lynn Langston — feature film debut
- Also cast: Kevin Ryan, Don Wallace, Jason Lee Daniel
- Key crew: Philippe Caland (writer‑director‑producer), Gonzalo Digenio (director of photography)
Caland, whose directing credits include several indie features, has often explored spiritual and psychological themes in his work. He frames Milliseconds as an examination of creative process and personal rebirth — how loss and destructive events can precipitate change and, sometimes, self‑revelation.
For Zane, the project adds to a long and varied screen career that spans major studio fare and independent films; recent attention on his portrayal of Marlon Brando underscores his continued presence in high‑profile character work. For Los Angeles, the shoot represents another modest boost for local production, and the inclusion of areas impacted by wildfires highlights the practical challenges producers face when filming in sensitive urban and hillside environments.
What to watch for as the film moves forward: how the production balances mood and narrative clarity, how the camera work captures the city’s architecture and scars, and whether the story’s focus on art and healing offers a fresh angle on contemporary noir themes. Milliseconds is currently in production in L.A.; further casting and distribution details have not yet been announced.
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