Scarlett Johansson's directorial premiere, 'Eleanor the Great', to hit cinemas in September
In September, audiences will have the opportunity to witness Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut with the heartwarming drama, "Eleanor the Great". The film, distributed by Sony Pictures Classics, follows the story of Eleanor Morgenstein, a 90-year-old woman played by June Squibb, who moves back to New York City after decades of living in Florida following the death of her best friend.
The film, which premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in May, explores Eleanor's journey as she rebuilds her life and forms an unlikely friendship. The talented cast includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Jessica Hecht, and Erin Kellyman, in addition to Squibb.
"Eleanor the Great" marked a significant milestone for Johansson, who called screening the film at Cannes a "dream come true". The film premiered in the Un Certain Regard section of the festival. Notably, it also marks the first partnership between Sony Pictures Classics and TriStar Pictures.
The production of "Eleanor the Great" was a collaborative effort, with These Pictures, Pinky Promise, Maven Screen Media, and financing from Wayfarer Studios, Content Engineers, Pinky Promise, and MacPac. The screenplay was penned by Tory Kamen.
The film earned a five-minute standing ovation at its Cannes premiere, a testament to its emotional impact and compelling narrative. Executive producers for the film include Steve Sarowitz, Justin Baldoni, Jamey Heath, Andrew Calof, Ezra Gabay, Raj Kishor Khaware, and Celine Rattray and Trudie Styler.
With its poignant storyline, stellar cast, and anticipated release date, "Eleanor the Great" promises to be a must-see film this September. The U.S. and Canada release dates are set for September 26.
In the forthcoming autumn season, "Eleanor the Great" will captivate audiences, offering a blend of entertainment across movies-and-tv genres. As part of this heartwarming drama, the universe of entertainment continues to showcase how it nurtures new directors like Scarlett Johansson.
