- Ari Aster’s much-anticipated satire, ‘Eddington’, starring Pedro Pascal and Joaquin Phoenix, is set to premiere on HBO Max on Friday, November 14.
- The film plunges viewers into a small New Mexico town during the COVID-19 pandemic, where a feud between the mayor and sheriff ignites widespread chaos.
- Hailed as a provocative look at modern America, the movie received a nearly seven-minute standing ovation at its Cannes Film Festival launch.
- The star-studded cast also includes Emma Stone, Austin Butler, and Luke Grimes.
The Unmissable Cinematic Event of the Year
Get ready for a cinematic firestorm. A24 has confirmed that Ari Aster’s explosive and controversial satire, ‘Eddington’, will begin streaming exclusively on HBO Max starting Friday, November 14. For those who prefer traditional viewing, the film will make its linear television debut on HBO the following day, Saturday, November 15, at 8 p.m. ET.
A Pandemic-Era Powder Keg
Set against the tense backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, ‘Eddington’ explores the deep fractures in American society through the microcosm of a small New Mexico town. The story centers on a volatile standoff between the town’s sheriff, played by the formidable Joaquin Phoenix, and its ambitious mayor, portrayed by Pedro Pascal. Their power struggle quickly escalates, turning neighbor against neighbor and transforming the town into a powder keg of paranoia and conflict.
Ripping the Band-Aid Off Modern America
The film is being praised for its unflinching commentary on the recent past. A review from Deadline’s Damon Wise lauded Aster for his willingness to confront the “elephant in the room,” tackling the rise of divisive groups and ideologies that “did more damage than Covid ever did.” The review notes that the film “rips the Band-Aid off” to expose the “raw, still-festering wound” in the nation’s psyche, forcing audiences to look at what lies underneath.
This bold approach earned the film critical acclaim and a nearly seven-minute standing ovation at its Cannes premiere, signaling that ‘Eddington’ is a powerful and necessary piece of cinema that will be talked about for years to come.
A Star-Studded Ensemble
Beyond its two powerhouse leads, the film boasts an incredible supporting cast, including Emma Stone, Austin Butler, Luke Grimes, Deirdre O’Connell, Micheal Ward, and Clifton Collins Jr., ensuring that every performance is as compelling as the film’s provocative themes.
Production and Vision
Financed and produced by the acclaimed studio A24, ‘Eddington’ is the singular vision of Ari Aster, who serves as writer, director, and producer alongside his Square Peg partner, Lars Knudsen. Mark your calendars, because this is one streaming debut you absolutely cannot afford to miss.
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