The Plague (2025 film)
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| Directed by | Charlie Polinger |
| Written by | Charlie Polinger |
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| Cinematography | Steven Breckon |
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| Music by | Johan Lenox |
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Running time | 95 minutes[1] |
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| Language | English |
The Plague is a 2025 horror film, written and directed by Charlie Polinger, in his directorial debut. It stars Joel Edgerton, Everett Blunck, Kayo Martin, Lucas Adler and Kenny Rasmussen.
The film had its world premiere at the Un Certain Regard section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2025.
Premise
A socially anxious 12 year-old boy is pulled into a cruel tradition at an all-boys water camp.[2]
Cast
- Joel Edgerton as Daddy Wags
- Everett Blunck as Ben
- Kayo Martin as Jake
- Kenny Rasmussen as Eli
- Lucas Adler as Logan
Production
Initially, when Joel Edgerton received the script by Charlie Polinger, he wanted to direct the film, however Polinger wanted to, with Edgerton instead offering to help getting it made.[3]
Release
It had its world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2025, in the Un Certain Regard section.[4]
Reception
The film was met with positive reviews and a warm reception at Cannes.[5] It received an eleven minute standing ovation and was highlighted as a favorite by the pop star Charli XCX.[6]
Accolades
| Award / Festival | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Cannes Film Festival | 24 May 2025 | Un Certain Regard Award | Charlie Polinger | Nominated | [7] |
| Camera d'Or | Nominated |
References
- ^ "The Plague". Cannes Film Festival. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
- ^ Barraclough, Leo (April 22, 2025). "Charlie Polinger's 'The Plague,' Starring Joel Edgerton, Boarded by AGC, Cinetic and UTA Independent Film Group Ahead of Cannes Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
- ^ Lattanzio, Ryan (May 15, 2025). "Cannes Premiere 'The Plague' Twists the Pock-Marked Perils of Adolescence Into Body Horror — with Joel Edgerton". IndieWire. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
- ^ Ntim, Zac (April 10, 2025). "Cannes Competition: Aster, Trier, Dardennes, Reichardt, Ducournau & Wes Anderson Among Lineup — Full List". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
- ^ "The Plague (2025) | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com.
- ^ Gardner, Chris (May 16, 2025). "Charli XCX Extends Brat Summer in Cannes With Magnum Party and Palais Premiere of 'The Plague'".
- ^ "The films of the Official Selection 2025". Festival de Cannes. 10 April 2025. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
External links
- The Plague at IMDb