Sorties-Cinema - MaXXXine : When Dreams Bleed into Nightmares in 1980s Hollywood

Par Mulder, 08 avril 2024

The anticipation for Ti West's MaXXXine is reaching a fever pitch as the final installment of the X trilogy is set to hit theaters on July 5, 2024. Starring Mia Goth, who not only reprises her role as the indomitable Maxine Minx but also serves as a producer, the film promises to deliver a potent mix of ambition, terror, and survival set against the neon-lit backdrop of 1980s Los Angeles.

MaXXXine picks up in the wake of the harrowing events of 2022's X and follows Maxine’s desperate pursuit of stardom while a notorious killer, the Night Stalker, lurks in the shadows. After escaping a gruesome massacre, her journey morphs into a chilling quest for fame, under the sinister watch of the Night Stalker, in the glamour- and grime-coated LA of 1985.

The film features a dazzling ensemble, including Elizabeth Debicki as Elizabeth Bender, a director navigating the treacherous waters of Hollywood sequel-making; Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, and Bobby Cannavale as LAPD detectives entangled in the high-stakes chase of the Night Stalker; Lily Collins, Halsey, and Giancarlo Esposito in roles that promise to captivate audiences; and Kevin Bacon, who steps into the shoes of a wily private investigator.

The concept of MaXXXine was first teased during the Midnight Madness screening of Pearl at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival. The project moved swiftly with principal photography spanning seven weeks in Los Angeles from April to May 2023. Produced by Little Lamb and Mad Solar, the film is currently in the final stages of editing as it prepares for a summer premiere.

A24 has set the promotional wheels in motion with a teaser trailer that dropped unexpectedly after Pearl's premiere, featuring the synth-pop classic Obsession by Animotion, which perfectly encapsulates the film’s 1980s setting and its thematic heartbeat. A first-look image of Mia Goth and Halsey, released in May 2023, showcases dramatic transformations that align with Maxine's evolution from a naive dreamer to a determined survivor in the ruthless world of Hollywood.

The atmospheric tension of MaXXXine is heightened by Tyler Bates' haunting score, which is poised to be as integral to the film as the visuals themselves. With MaXXXine, Ti West looks to close his gritty horror trilogy on a high note, weaving together threads of ambition, danger, and a relentless pursuit of recognition in a world that eats its young. As the release date draws nearer, the blend of horror elements with a critique of entertainment industry excess promises to make MaXXXine a cultural touchstone for cinephiles and casual viewers alike.

As we edge closer to its release, MaXXXine is not only a film to watch but an event to be experienced, marking the culmination of a trilogy that has redefined horror for a new era. Join Maxine one last time as she faces off against her darkest demons on the sun-soaked, blood-stained streets of Los Angeles.

Prepare for the premiere of MaXXXine at your nearest theater and witness the thrilling conclusion of Ti West’s acclaimed horror saga. A24 invites audiences everywhere to delve into the final chapter where dreams are the first step towards nightmares.

Synopsis : 
In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.

MaXXXine
Written and directed by Ti West
Produced by Mia Goth, Jacob Jaffke, Ti West, Kevin Turen, Harrison Kreiss
Starring  Mia Goth, Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Lily Collins, Halsey, Giancarlo Esposito, Kevin Bacon
Cinematography : Eliot Rockett
Edited by Ti West
Music by Tyler Bates
Production companies : Motel Mojave, Access Entertainment
Distributed by A24 (United States)
Release date : July 5, 2024 (United States)