Brighton Film Preview

Jesse Eisenberg's new film, The Debut, is coming to Brighton's Duke of York's Picturehouse, starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti. This musical comedy drama has already generated buzz with its unique blend of humor and heart.

Dir: Jesse Eisenberg

Cast: Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey, Jesse Eisenberg, K. Todd Freeman, Eldar Isgandarov, Susan Blommaert, Colton Ryan

105 mins · 2026 · United States of America · Cert 15 · English

The Debut - Preview

26 Dec 2026

Duke of York's Picturehouse (Brighton)

On Saturday, 26 December 2026, Jesse Eisenberg's directorial effort, The Debut, will be screened at the Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton. • The film boasts an impressive cast, including Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, and Halle Bailey, with Eisenberg also starring in the movie. • As a musical comedy drama, The Debut offers a unique blend of genres, with a runtime of 105 minutes and a certificate of 15. • The Debut has received critical acclaim, with a 90% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a weighted average score of 78 out of 100 on Metacritic, indicating generally favorable reviews.

Tickets are with the button beside the article. With its talented cast, witty script, and heartfelt portrayal of community theater, The Debut is shaping up to be a compelling watch. The film's exploration of the transformative power of theater and its humorous take on the self-seriousness of community theater make it an exciting prospect for film fans.

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What viewers say

logikloch · 8/10

Might be THE crowd pleaser of the year. Julianne Moore is gonna win Best Actress for this - she is absolutey stunning from start to finish and fully embodies the the journey from a shy, insecure housewife to a dedicated actress, and finally to a demanding, overambitious method actress. One scene in particular even got spotaneous applause by the audience. The whole theatre group and the play itself are presented in such a heartfelt way, it's hard…

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