The newly released Ari Aster Eddington new film trailer from A24 introduces viewers to a tense confrontation brewing in a small New Mexico town during the COVID pandemic. The film positions Joaquin Phoenix as the local sheriff and Pedro Pascal as the town mayor, with their escalating rivalry threatening to tear their community apart.
Setting the Scene: A Modern Western Amidst a Pandemic
Ari Aster transforms the Western genre, grounding the story in the unique challenges of the pandemic era. The plot centers around conflicts between neighbors, with the trailer hinting at mounting tension and the potential for violent outbreaks within Eddington, New Mexico.
“A standoff between a small-town sheriff (Joaquin Phoenix) and mayor (Pedro Pascal) sparks a powder keg as neighbor is pitted against neighbor in Eddington, New Mexico.”
—A24, Film Description
The tense atmosphere is clear in every frame, suggesting the situation may spiral into intense chaos before any resolution is found.
Stellar Ensemble Cast Joins the Drama
Beyond the leads, the project boasts a strong cast including Austin Butler, Emma Stone, Luke Grimes, Deirdre O’Connell, Micheal Ward, Amélie Hoeferle, Clifton Collins Jr., and William Belleau. Their performances appear set to drive home the escalating drama as longstanding relationships fracture under pressure.
Behind the Camera: Ari Aster’s Vision and Collaborations
Ari Aster, known for his precise filmmaking approach, shared thoughts on Joaquin Phoenix’s process during the making of Eddington. He reflected on Phoenix’s deep commitment to his roles and his collaborative nature on set.
“The question usually amounts to ‘Is there anything we haven’t considered here?’ I realized that it’s something that I was really wanting from an actor, and now I can’t imagine making a film without him.”
—Ari Aster, Director
This insight highlights the creative partnership that helped shape the film’s intensity and distinctive character dynamics.
Anticipation Builds for Cannes and U.S. Release
Eddington is scheduled to premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival before its wider U.S. release on July 18. The film’s modern Western context, strong cast led by Phoenix and Pascal, and Ari Aster’s direction are expected to draw significant attention from critics and audiences alike when it debuts.
