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John Early’s Maddie’s Secret Melds Melodrama and Satire in Acclaimed Directorial Debut

Critics praise Early’s performance for treating bulimia without graphic detail as the film shifts from satire to an inpatient treatment arc.

John Early’s Maddie’s Secret Is a Somber, Empathetic Directing Debut

Goodbye Cruel World Closes Critics’ Week at Cannes in a Promising Directorial Debut

Dwayne Johnson Says He Lost 15 Friends, Dedicates 'The Smashing Machine' to Those Struggling

Lynne Ramsay Recasts ‘Die My Love’ as Reviews Hail Jennifer Lawrence and Split on Tone

A24’s ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ Begins Theatrical Run as Rose Byrne Draws Raves

A24's 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Earns NYFF Ovation, Showcasing Rose Byrne

Cillian Murphy’s ‘Steve’ Is Now Streaming on Netflix

Cillian Murphy’s Steve Debuts at TIFF to Warm Reviews for Its Star Ahead of Release

John Early’s ‘Maddie’s Secret’ Debuts at TIFF to Enthusiastic Reception