Overview
- The film has cleared $1 million in U.S. limited release and sits near $1.5 million worldwide while playing in fewer than 60 theaters, driven by high per‑screen averages.
- Mubi’s distribution chief said growing fan interest and a surge in the film’s social profile have prompted a planned expansion to about 500 theaters to reach a wider audience.
- Critics have praised Jane Schoenbrun’s genre‑bending reimagining and the lead turns from Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, calling the movie emotional, provocative, and fan‑forward.
- The production deliberately used retro techniques such as practical effects, matte painting, and a long continuous‑shot sequence to create a tactile, fan‑oriented aesthetic.
- Industry analysts note the film is part of a broader indie weekend that contributed a meaningful share of box office revenue, suggesting specialty titles can still scale beyond arthouse crowds.