Mon Apr 14 13:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Star-Studded Thriller “Eddington” to Premiere at Cannes

**CANNES, FRANCE** – A24’s highly anticipated thriller, “Eddington,” will make its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this May before hitting theaters nationwide on July 18th. The film, directed by Ari Aster (“Hereditary,” “Midsommar”), boasts an all-star cast including Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone, Pedro Pascal, and Austin Butler.

Set in May 2020, “Eddington” depicts a tense standoff in the small town of Eddington, New Mexico, between Sheriff (Phoenix) and the Mayor (Pascal). The conflict escalates, pitting neighbor against neighbor in a powder keg of simmering tensions. The recently released teaser trailer hints at violence, showcasing scenes of protest and suggesting the sheriff’s use of force against demonstrators.

The film marks Aster and Phoenix’s second collaboration following their 2023 work on “Beau Is Afraid.” Butler, who described the filming experience as a “wild adventure,” praised Aster’s directorial style and unique vision. The film also features Stone, known for her recent roles in “Poor Things” and “Kinds of Kindness,” adding to its already impressive ensemble.

“Eddington” is poised to be one of the most talked-about films of the summer, promising a gripping and suspenseful narrative against the backdrop of a small-town conflict. The Cannes premiere will offer the first public glimpse of this eagerly awaited thriller.

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