Rumours: What we know about trailer, release date, cast and plot

Bleecker Street released a new trailer for Rumours. It is a political satire, which stars Cate Blanchett and Alicia Vikander.

Release Date

The film will be released on October 18. It presents an unusual combination of political satire and horror. World leaders face a global crisis during a G7 meeting, but things take a surprising turn as the story evolves.

Cast and Plot

Rumours features an ensemble cast, including Cate Blanchett, Alicia Vikander and Charles Dance. They portray world leaders attending the annual G7 meeting. Initially, the plot focuses on their incompetence in addressing a global crisis. However, it transforms into a bizarre situation involving zombies and other strange creatures.


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Inspiration

The film draws inspiration from multiple genres, blending political satire, horror and soap opera-like drama. Influences from Stanley Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove and Night of the Living Dead shape the story’s tone. Ari Aster, known for horror films like Hereditary and Midsommar, serves as executive producer.

Rating

The blend of genres attracted attention from critics, with the movie receiving an 82% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film has already been screened at major festivals like Cannes and Toronto and received praise for its unique storytelling. The film is directed by Guy Maddin, Evan Johnson and Galen Johnson.

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Trailer

Here is the trailer.

FAQs

What genre is Rumours?
Rumours is a mix of political satire, apocalyptic horror and comedic drama.

When will Rumours be released?
Rumours is set to premiere in theaters on October 18, 2024.