France introduces an awards contender in Minotaur trailer
The new feature from writer/director Andrey Zvyagintsev opens in select theaters on November 20.
France has added the film Minotaur to its list of contenders for the Academy Awards. This is notable as the movie has not yet been released in cinemas. The promotional material for Minotaur consists of a trailer, which gives viewers a glimpse of its visual style. Director Andrey Zvyagintsev, known for his previous work that earned him two Academy Award nominations, has crafted a steady and well-made film.
Minotaur made its debut at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, where it received the Grand Prix award. It has since been shown at other prestigious film events such as the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and Telluride Film Festival. The movie will have its New York premiere during the 64th annual New York Film Festival (NYFF) on October 3.
The story of Minotaur is set in Russia in 2022. It follows the life of Gleb, an accomplished company director who faces mounting corporate pressures and an unstable world. As Gleb's carefully ordered life begins to crumble, the film explores themes of violence and chaos. The film features a strong cast including Dmitriy Mazurov, Iris Lebedeva, Boris Kudrin, Yuriy Zavalnyouk, Varvara Zmykova, and Vladimir Friedman. Minotaur will be released in select theaters on November 20.
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