Overview

• True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto makes his feature writing and directing debut with an independently produced, 1-hour-43-minute character drama premiering in TIFF’s Special Presentations.
• Vince Vaughn stars as a Las Vegas lounge singer courted for a Wynn residency by Al Pacino’s entertainment boss, as schemes by his brother, played by Simon Rex, jeopardize the chance.
• Critical reaction ranges from praise for the ensemble and nostalgic Vegas vibe to concerns over sluggish pacing, clunky staging of musical numbers and uneven technical execution.
• Reviews debate Vaughn’s singing but note committed performances from Rex and Pacino, with Mary Steenburgen drawing notice for a brief, impactful appearance.
• The film is seeking U.S. distribution following its Toronto premiere, positioning it for potential sales out of the festival.