Hold onto your hats, folk! The teaser trailer for Eddington, Ari Aster‘s latest cinematic offering, has just dropped ahead of the Cannes Film Festival! Known for his unsettling and boundary-pushing horror films like Hereditary and Midsommar, Aster is venturing into new territory with this thriller. And the star-studded cast alone is enough to generate serious buzz.
An Epic Cast
Eddington boasts an impressive ensemble, led by Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal. Luke Grimes, Deirdre O’Connell, and Micheal Ward are joining them. Adding even more star power, the acclaimed Austin Butler and the Oscar-winning Emma Stone. This powerhouse cast is sure to deliver compelling performances under Aster’s unique directorial vision.
The Teaser Trailer
The teaser trailer offers a glimpse into the tense atmosphere of Eddington, New Mexico, in 2020. It sets the stage for a powder keg situation, a standoff between a small-town sheriff (Phoenix) and the town’s mayor (Pascal). This triggers a conflict that turns neighbor against neighbor within the community.
Ari Aster’s involvement suggests a film that delves into complex themes with a distinct and potentially unsettling style. This Western is set against the backdrop of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, adding to the tension. According to early buzz, the film will be “very violent,” with Aster not holding back on the intensity. Given his track record, this is no surprise.
Eddington marks the sixth collaboration between Aster’s production company, Square Peg, and the acclaimed studio A24, the force behind his previous films and other critically lauded projects.
Coming this Summer
With its world premiere at Cannes generating significant anticipation, audiences won’t have to wait too long to experience the film’s unfolding drama. Eddington will hit theaters on July 18th, promising a potentially wild and thought-provoking cinematic ride from one of modern cinema’s most distinctive voices. Watch for more trailers and details as the release date approaches!
