Letterboxd needs to make the heart bigger for this one.
Directed by Jesse Eisenberg
A critically acclaimed, funny music film.
When Mona Friedman is cast in a bit part at a small community theater, she transforms from a shy, unassuming housewife into a zealous method actor willing to do anything to protect the artistic integrity of her marginal role—even if it means waging war against the show’s domineering director.
The Debut is showing in 2 cinemas in London - next screening Sunday 18 October at 20:40 at BFI Southbank.
Next screenings: Sunday 18 October.
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Letterboxd needs to make the heart bigger for this one.
closer to a Tim Robinson sketch than I was anticipating (positive)
the movies were invented so that Julianne Moore could swear and cry in them at the same time.
When a timid housewife is cast in a minor role at a local community theater, she becomes fiercely dedicated to her craft and clashes with the demanding director.
The film was directed by Jesse Eisenberg in 2026.
Tickets on Mood.
