In Mark Anthony Green's debut feature, also starring Tony Hale, Juliette Lewis and Murray Bartlett, a young writer scores an invite to the remote compound of a legendary musician.
, is desperate for a big break. Like many young people in magazines, she gets passed over for consequential features and splashy profiles, even when the ideas come from her. So when Ariel receives an auspicious invitation from the legendary musician Alfred Moretti to preview his new album at a remote compound in Utah, she immediately accepts. The pop star, a David Bowie variant, hasn’t released music in 30 years, and covering his return is the opportunity of a lifetime.
During dinner on the first night, Moretti delivers a speech meant to underscore the cult leader-esque charisma telegraphed by larger-than-life celebrities. Malkovich’s subdued and convincing performance, defined by a low and drawn-out intonation, chafes against Green’s verbose screenplay. There’s a clear excitement around these ideas, but instead of trusting audiences with subtext, the director indulges in taxing exposition.
Strange occurrences happen almost immediately and Ariel, the smartest in the group, quickly takes note. The intrepid reporter carries a notebook, where she scribbles observations that contribute to most of’ laughs. Edebiri, who is always a pleasure to watch, strikes a nice balance of nervous excitement and healthy skepticism, but not even the actress’ excellent comedic timing can prove a match for an unyielding screenplay.
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