Cannes 2025: June Squibb is Perfect in Johansson's 'Eleanor the Great'
FirstShowing.netTuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:52:17 PM
** Scarlett Johansson proves she’s just as talented behind the camera as she is in front of it with her directorial debut *Eleanor the Great*, starring the brilliant June Squibb. Early buzz from Cannes suggests the film is a standout, with Squibb’s performance being hailed as "perfect." While many actors stumble when transitioning to directing, Johansson seems to have nailed it—adding her name to the short list of multitalented stars who excel at both.
What This Means: ** Actor-turned-director projects often feel like vanity experiments, but when they work—like Johansson’s *Eleanor the Great*—it’s a win for audiences and the industry. This isn’t just another celeb side hustle; it’s a legitimately exciting film with Oscar-worthy performances. For film lovers, it’s proof that fresh voices (even from familiar faces) can bring something special to cinema.
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