Eddington
Eddington

Movie spotlight

Eddington

2025
Movie
148 min
English

In May of 2020, a standoff between a small-town sheriff and mayor sparks a powder keg as neighbor is pitted against neighbor in Eddington, New Mexico.

Insights

Director: Mike WhiteGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

The film is set in a small, isolated town in New Mexico and follows a woman who becomes the sheriff. She uncovers secrets and navigates the complexities of the community.

Critical Reception

As the film has not yet been released, critical reception is not available. Early buzz suggests a blend of dark humor and poignant drama, typical of director Mike White's style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Anticipation for Mike White's distinctive blend of humor and pathos.

  • Intrigue surrounding the ensemble cast and New Mexico setting.

  • Speculation on the film's exploration of small-town dynamics and hidden truths.

Google audience: As 'Eddington' has not yet been released, there are no audience reviews available on Google. Audiences familiar with Mike White's previous work, such as 'The White Lotus,' often praise his sharp writing, character development, and ability to balance dark themes with comedic elements.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (Film not yet released)

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, a town known for its hot springs and unique name.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

4 reviews
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Whilst Joaquin Phoenix delivers one of his usually characterful efforts here, the rest of this film is a fairly muddled attempt at a western with a fairly weak underpinning story. He’s the bronchially-challenged sheriff “Cross” who is at od...

Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://movieswetextedabout.com/eddington-movie-review-from-covid-satire-to-blood-soaked-western-noir/ "Eddington is an intense portrait of pandemic-era life and its social repercussions, exploring themes of le...

Brent Marchant

Brent Marchant

Some would say – and quite astutely at that – there’s plenty of madness to go around these days, and they’d be right. But where and when did this begin? A good place to start looking would be the COVID-19 Pandemic, a time when fear was ratc...

Nick_Milligan

Nick_Milligan

Wow. A lot to process and unpack. _Eddington_ received rapturous applause and huge moments of laughter at Sydney Film Festival. It’s chaotic, freewheeling and incredibly funny. Yes - it is Aster’s best film. Aster has made an unhinged so...