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Eddington: Aster's Political Western Premieres at Cannes

4/6/2025

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Ari Aster's highly anticipated film "Eddington," starring Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone, will grace the Cannes Film Festival. Set against the backdrop of the pandemic, this western delves into political themes. Cinematographer Darius Khondji praised Aster's storytelling prowess, likening him to cinematic legends Bergman and Polanski, and highlighted the film's striking 1.85:1 aspect ratio. Production concluded last summer in New Mexico.

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Ari Aster's highly anticipated film "Eddington," starring Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone, will grace the Cannes Film Festival. Set against the backdrop of the pandemic, this western delves into political themes. Cinematographer Darius Khondji praised Aster's storytelling prowess, likening him to cinematic legends Bergman and Polanski, and highlighted the film's striking 1.85:1 aspect ratio. Production concluded last summer in New Mexico.