First Look at *After the Hunt*: Andrew Garfield and Ayo Edebiri Shine in Thriller Trailer
Actors Andrew Garfield and Ayo Edebiri introduced the gripping first trailer for their upcoming thriller, *After the Hunt*, at CinemaCon. The film, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, is set to hit select theaters on October 10, with a wider release following a week later.
Synopsis and Themes
Directed by the acclaimed Luca Guadagnino, *After the Hunt* features a stellar cast that includes Julia Roberts alongside Garfield and Edebiri. This psychological drama centers on a college professor, played by Roberts, who faces her haunting past when one of her students (Edebiri) levels a serious accusation against a colleague (Garfield).
A Meeting of Creative Minds
During the trailer unveiling, Garfield expressed his long-standing admiration for Guadagnino, stating, “I’ve wanted to work with Luca for 15, 20 years, and finally we’ve gotten to do it.” He praised Guadagnino’s artistic style as “sumptuous, sensual and life-affirming.”
Edebiri chimed in, emphasizing the film’s potential for sparking conversation among audiences: “This is a movie that’s built to see with other people to talk about and discuss and just feel.”
Trailer Highlights
The trailer captures a tense moment where Edebiri confides in Roberts, saying, “He crossed the line… He kept going after I said no,” referring to Garfield’s character. In another scene, Garfield’s character confronts Roberts, claiming, “I told her I suspected she plagiarized,” followed by a derogatory remark about the student. The intense exchange culminates with Edebiri stating, “I don’t feel comfortable having this conversation with you anymore,” to which Roberts replies, “Not everything is supposed to make you feel comfortable.”
Supporting Cast and Production Team
Joinings the lead trio are Michael Stuhlbarg and Chloë Sevigny, enhancing a promising ensemble. The screenplay was crafted by Nora Garrett, with production led by Guadagnino, Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, and Allan Mandelbaum. It’s notable that Imagine Entertainment’s Mandelbaum played a pivotal role in bringing the script to the studio and securing both Roberts and Guadagnino’s participation.
Future Collaborations
*After the Hunt* marks another collaboration between Guadagnino and Amazon MGM Studios, following the success of *Challengers*, which starred Zendaya. Guadagnino has an impressive directorial portfolio, including films like *Call Me by Your Name* (2017), *Suspiria* (2018), *Bones and All* (2022), and the upcoming *Queer* (2024).
Julia Roberts’ Recent Projects
Julia Roberts has been actively engaged with notable projects recently, including her romantic comedy *Ticket to Paradise* alongside George Clooney, and the gripping Netflix thriller *Leave the World Behind*, where she starred with Mahershala Ali and Ethan Hawke.
CinemaCon 2023
CinemaCon, which provides a platform for industry exhibitors and Hollywood studios, is currently taking place from March 31 to April 3 this year, under the auspices of Cinema United (formerly known as the National Association of Theatre Owners).