Chris Pratt has boarded the Monarch Media indie comedy The Black Belt which he will produce through his Indivisible Productions label and star.The Black Belt is a coming-of-age story about a shy, unassuming teen boy on a quest for an expertise in karate, and the unorthodox uncle who guides him along the way.
Randall Green wrote the spec script.Pratt will produce with his producing partner Jon Schumacher, and Monarch Media principals Steve Barnett and Alan Powell.
Monarch principal Vicky Patel will serve as EP. UTA Independent Film Group will oversee film sales and distribution.Green wrote the Netflix feature The Perfect Date, starring Noah Centineo and Laura Marano.
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