Overview
- The erotically charged drama from New Queer Cinema veteran Gregg Araki drew strong buzz at Sundance and stars Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman.
- Magnolia signaled plans for Araki’s widest theatrical release to date, describing the film as a wild romp for big-screen audiences.
- The project marks Araki’s first feature in over a decade, co-written with Karley Sciortino.
- Black Bear fully financed and produced the film and handled international sales.
- The competitive U.S. deal was negotiated by Magnolia executives John Von Thaden and Miranda Hill, with CAA Media Finance representing the filmmaker; the ensemble also includes Mason Gooding, Johnny Knoxville, Margaret Cho, Roxane Mesquida, Chase Sui Wonders, Charli XCX and Daveed Diggs.