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Jesse Eisenberg's third directorial film, The Debut, premieres at Telluride
Distributor A24 plans a December theatrical release and an awards campaign for an original song.
Latest update: Jesse Eisenberg wrote seven original songs for 'The Debut,' with distributor A24 planning an awards campaign for one track.
The short version
- Jesse Eisenberg debuted his third directorial feature, 'The Debut', with its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival.[Variety]
- Eisenberg authored seven original musical tracks appearing throughout the production.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- Distributor A24 scheduled the feature to arrive in theaters on December 11.[Variety]
- A24 will emphasize the song 'This City May Have Chewed Me Up (But It Hasn't Spit Me Out)' for awards consideration.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Key facts
- Jesse Eisenberg's third feature film as a director, 'The Debut', held its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter]
- Eisenberg wrote all seven original songs featured in the film.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- A24 scheduled 'The Debut' for release on December 11.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter]
- A24 plans to prioritize the track 'This City May Have Chewed Me Up (But It Hasn't Spit Me Out)' for best original song consideration.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Sources
Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.
- ‘The Debut’ Explodes at Telluride With Julianne Moore’s Gonzo, Career-Best Turn, Thanks to a Toolbelt, Unlit Cigarettes and a Faux MusicalVariety metered
- ‘The Debut’ Features Seven Original Songs, All Written by Jesse Eisenberg, and One Is Getting an Oscar Push (Exclusive)The Hollywood Reporter metered