Overview

• The film premiered out of competition at Venice on August 29, marking Roberts’ first appearance at the festival.
• Roberts and director Luca Guadagnino said their goal was to prompt conversation by showing multiple viewpoints rather than issuing a manifesto.
• Early responses at the Lido were mixed, with critics debating the film’s focus and its treatment of post‑#MeToo themes.
• The story follows a Yale philosophy professor confronted with a misconduct allegation against a colleague, highlighting generational and power clashes.
• Amazon MGM produced the film, an Italian release is set for October 16, and the score is by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.