In the wake of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s sudden death, Exclusive Media will not present Ezekiel Moss at the Berlin market this week.

Hoffman had been lining up to direct his second feature after Jack Goes Boating and the Prohibition era Ezekiel Moss was to star Jake Gyllenhaal and Amy Adams.

It was due to be introduced to buyers at the European Film Market (EFM) in Berlin this week.

“Exclusive Media is deeply saddened to learn the shocking news of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s passing,” the company said in a statement.

“He was a truly gifted actor and director who not only inspired his fellow colleagues, but audiences around the world and he will be greatly missed.

“We give our sincere condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. As such, Exclusive Media will not be presenting Ezekiel Moss to international buyers at EFM at this time while producers explore the next steps for the film.”