Gen Z will meet Baby Boomer in David O. Russell’s next feature, with the “American Hustle” and “The Fighter” director lining up Jenna Ortega and Robert De Niro to star.

“Shutout,” based on a screenplay by Alejandro Adams, is being produced by Russell, Rk Films’ Joe Roth and Jeff Kirschenbaum, and Mark Bomback. Black Bear will introduce the project to international buyers at the upcoming Cannes Film Market. CAA Media Finance is handling U.S. rights.

“Shutout” follows Jake Kejeune (De Niro), one of the last masters of a vanishing craft — the pool hustler. Having lived and lost by the roll of a ball in smoky backroom halls, Jake encounters Mia (Ortega), a young prodigy whose raw, electrifying talent reignites a fire he thought long extinguished. Sensing a rare opportunity to shape a legend, Jake takes Mia under his wing, honing her instincts and sharpening her natural gift. Together,...