After its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, Focus Features has added a film to its schedule this year with the release ofArmageddon Time, set for a theatrical debut later this fall.
The film will have a limited theatrical release starting on October 28 and will expand domestically on November 4 until it reaches a nationwide release on November 11. The film initially premiered at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year and received a seven-minute standing ovation. The standing ovation was reflected by the critical reaction to the film which currently holds a 90% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes from 40 reviews. The film was praised for the performances of the actors and for Gray’s direction.
Armageddon Timeis written and directed by acclaimed filmmakerJames Graywho previously brought to life acclaimed films such asAd AstraandThe Lost City of Z. The film, which is a period piece, will center on a coming-of-age story that explores themes such as the power of family and the American dream. With Gray focusing on a thoughtful and personal story, audiences can expect an emotionally moving film that will touch their heartstrings.
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The film will feature the talents ofAnthony Hopkins,Anne Hathaway,Jeremy Strong,Banks Repeta,Jaylin Webb,TovahFeldshuh,John Diehl,Andrew Polk, andRyan Sell. Gray also serves as a producer for the film alongsideAnthony Katagasfrom his Keep Your Head banner,Marc Butanof MadRiver Pictures, andRodrigo Teixeiraof RT Features. Executive producers for the film includeLourenço Sant’anna,Alan Terpins,Marco Tulio Kehdi,Francisco Civita,Beto Gauss, andGustavo Debs.
Specific details of the film’s plot remain unknown, but with the positive reception it has received alongside a talented cast and crew at the center with an acclaimed filmmaker at the helm,Armageddon Timeappears to be an emotionally poignant film for audiences to look out for when it debuts in theaters later this fall.
Armageddon Timewill be released exclusively in theaters nationwide on November 11 following a limited release on October 28.
Check out the synopsis for the upcoming film below:
From acclaimed filmmaker James Gray,Armageddon Timeis a deeply personal coming-of-age story about the strength of family and the generational pursuit of the American Dream. The film features an all-star cast including Anthony Hopkins, Anne Hathaway, and Jeremy Strong.
