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Well, darlings, it’s official—Luca Guadagnino’s latest cinematic creation, Queer, has found its perfect home with none other than A24, the indie darling we all know and love.
Fresh off the press, we’ve just learned that the deal is sealed, ensuring that this intriguing adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ novel will soon be gracing our theaters.
For those who’ve been keeping an eye on Guadagnino’s career—and let’s be honest, who hasn’t?—this partnership was almost inevitable.
After all, A24 has a reputation for shepherding bold, edgy fare into the cultural zeitgeist, making it the ideal distributor for a film like Queer, which is already generating quite the buzz ahead of its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
The distributor has a track record of handling daring, often unconventional films with the kind of care and savvy that sets them apart.
Think Moonlight, The Florida Project, and Uncut Gems.
It’s no surprise they were “kicking the tires,” as industry insiders put it, once Queer began screening to distributors in late June.
There were other suitors in the mix, but A24 came through, and we couldn’t be happier.
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Now, let’s talk about the film itself. Set in the 1950s in Mexico City, Queer follows William Lee, played by none other than Daniel Craig—yes, the same man who gave James Bond a whole new edge, is breaking yet another mold.
Craig’s William is an American expat in his late 40s, living a solitary life amidst a small American community.
Enter Eugene Allerton, played by Drew Starkey, a young student whose arrival in town stirs something deep within William.
What follows is an exploration of connection, desire, and the search for meaning—a narrative that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable, especially within our LGBTQ+ circles.
And if that’s not enough to pique your interest, let’s not forget the stellar supporting cast: the ever-amazing Lesley Manville, Jason Schwartzman, Andra Ursuta, Michael Borremans, and David Lowery.
This ensemble, combined with Guadagnino’s direction and a script by Challengers scribe Justin Kuritzkes, is shaping up to be nothing short of cinematic magic.
Speaking of Guadagnino, his star has only continued to rise since the Call Me By Your Name days.
Remember Challengers? That sexy, romantic tennis drama starring Zendaya?
It shot straight to number one at the box office in late April, pulling in a cool $15 million domestically in its opening weekend and eventually grossing over $94 million worldwide.
Queer was shot right on the heels of Challengers in Rome’s legendary Cinecittà studios, with Guadagnino recreating a multi-colored Mexico in the heart of Italy.
It’s clear that Guadagnino is on a roll, and we’re all here for it.
With Queer set to make its North American debut at TIFF and even landing a Spotlight Gala at the New York Film Festival, this is a film that’s about to become the talk of the town.
And, let’s face it, it’s about time we had another movie that speaks to our experiences, our loves, and our struggles—one that isn’t afraid to be both beautiful and raw.
So, mark your calendars, sweethearts. Luca Guadagnino and Daniel Craig are about to take us on a journey that promises to be as introspective as it is visually stunning.
And with A24 at the helm, we can be sure that Queer will be given the platform it deserves—a film that, like its title, embraces the complexities of identity, love, and belonging.
Here’s to another win for LGBTQ+ cinema. Cheers!
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