Variety ·entertainment ·1 hour ago

‘Act One’ Review: Acting Is Overreacting in Sophia Takal’s Intriguingly Off-Kilter Psychodrama

Sophia Takal's film 'Act One' premiered at Tribeca, exploring a high schooler's psychological descent under a manipulative acting coach. Ella Beatty stars as Hannah, a teen yearning for validation who becomes entranced by Ari Graynor's character's unorthodox methods. The film balances serious themes and campy elements, aiming for an audience on indie-focused streaming platforms.

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