Overview

• The world premiere screened to a sold-out, visibly moved audience at the Telluride Film Festival.
• Critics praised Zhao’s direction and the performances of Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, with early Oscar chatter centering on Buckley.
• The film next screens as a Gala presentation at TIFF on September 7 before Focus Features opens it in limited release on November 27 with a wider rollout on December 12.
• Zhao co-adapted Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling novel, with reviewers highlighting the film’s meditative approach, Max Richter’s score, and standout craft work.
• Producers include Steven Spielberg, Sam Mendes, and Pippa Harris, and young actor Jacobi Jupe’s turn drew notice alongside a related role for Noah Jupe.