Ari Aster’s Eddington premiered at the Cannes Film Festival today. Unfortunately, the mixed reviews suggest it’s more of a Beau is Afraid than another Midsommar or Hereditary. The film takes place in May of 2020, and revolves around a standoff between a small-town sheriff (Joaquin Phoenix) and mayor (Pedro Pascal) sparks a powder keg as neighbor is pitted against neighbor in Eddington, New Mexico.
Following the premiere, Aster and the cast enjoyed applause from the audience. “I don’t know what to say,” Aster said. “I don’t know what you think. I feel very privileged to be here. This is a dream come true.” Depending on what you read, the…