The Critic Trailer Sets Release Date for Ian McKellen Period Drama

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As a devoted fan of classic British cinema and theater, I am absolutely thrilled to witness the release of “The Critic” trailer, featuring none other than the legendary Sir Ian McKellen in the lead role. Having grown up watching his extraordinary performances on both the big and small screens, it is a true delight to see him portraying such an intriguing character – a feared theater critic on the brink of losing his position due to his sexuality.

A trailer is out for “The Critic,” an upcoming period drama, featuring Ian McKellen in the lead role. Known for his Golden Globe win, McKellen portrays a theater critic whose job is at risk because of his sexuality.

Check out The Critic trailer below (watch more trailers):

When is The Critic release date?

The Critic movie will be released in theaters on September 13, 2024, following its debut at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival as the first screening.

Anand Tucker, who is known for directing “Hilary and Jackie,” leads the film’s production. The screenplay was penned by Patrick Marber, a talented writer behind “Closer” and “Notes on a Scandal.” The cast includes Sir Ian McKellen, joined by Gemma Arterton (“Prince of Persia,” “Byzantium”), Mark Strong (“Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy”), Ben Barnes (“Shadow and Bone”), Alfred Enoch (“Harry Potter”), Romola Garai (“One Life”), and Lesley Manville (“Phantom Thread”). The executive producers are Mark Gordon, Zygi Kamasa, Naomi George, Tom Butterfield, and Harry White. Jolyon Symonds, Bill Kenwright, and David Gilbery serve as the film’s producers.

In London during 1934, Jimmy Erskine (McKellen), known as the most formidable theatre critic of his time, flaunts his flamboyant lifestyle to match his scathing reviews. Delighting in publicly humiliating underperforming actors, he wields immense power and influence. Following the owner’s demise of the Daily Chronicle newspaper, his son David Brooke (Strong) assumes control, clashing with Jimmy and putting his position at risk. To safeguard his cherished authority, Jimmy enters into a Faustian deal with struggling actress Nina Land (Arterton), ensnaring them all in an exhilarating yet perilous triangle of desire, extortion, and deceit.

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2024-07-26 00:40