MIFF: Eddington
Drama Comedy
In a town called Eddington in rural America, the anti-mask Sheriff clashes with the Mayor who's abiding by state-mandated social distancing rules.
"Eddington" endeavours to showcase just how far you can push someone before they break. The multiple story threads touch on numerous hot-button issues, attempting to uncover and challenge biases in a humorous way, while also poking fun at wild conspiracy theories. The cast does an excellent job across the board; our leading man is particularly convincing in his portrayal of a man out of his depth but unwilling to admit it. Unfortunately, the plot goes out the window in the final third of the film, souring the overall experience. I can't breathe.
Jessica AvelsgaardMIFF 2025
Universal Pictures 149 mins