A24 has unveiled the official trailer for its upcoming psychological thriller, A Different Man, starring Sebastian Stan.
The film, which promises to deliver a gripping narrative and intense performances, has already generated considerable buzz in the film community.
A Different Man follows the story of Edward, a man who undergoes facial reconstructive surgery after being disfigured in an accident.
As he begins his journey to physical recovery, Edward becomes increasingly obsessed with an actor, played by Adam Pearson, who is portraying him in a stage production based on his life.
The synopsis of the movie reads:
“Aspiring actor Edward undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his appearance. But his new dream face quickly turns into a nightmare, as he loses out on the role he was born to play and becomes obsessed with reclaiming what was lost.”
Sebastian Stan leads the cast as Edward, bringing his characteristic intensity and depth to the role. Adam Pearson, known for his work in Under the Skin, co-stars as the actor who becomes the object of Edward’s obsession.
The film also features performances by Renate Reinsve, fresh off her critically acclaimed role in The Worst Person in the World, adding to the film’s strong ensemble cast.
The official trailer for A Different Man offers a tantalizing glimpse into the film’s dark and atmospheric tone.
The trailer teases the escalating tension and psychological unravelling of Edward as he spirals into obsession.
The film is directed by Aaron Schimberg, whose previous work, Chained for Life, also starred Adam Pearson and explored themes of appearance and identity.
