Sebastian Stan's dark comedy 'A Different Man': Plot, cast, reception
The Hollywood dark comedy film, A Different Man, starring Sebastian Stan surprised the film awards circuit as it bagged the Best Feature award at the Gotham Awards 2024. Having hit American theaters in October, the A24-produced film follows a man who seeks acceptance from society despite his facial deformities. Aspiring actor Edward (Stan) undergoes a successful facial reconstruction surgery only to have his limelight and a coveted role stolen by another actor, Oswald (Adam Pearson).
'A Different Man' received positive response at Sundance
A Different Man first premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it was highly praised by critics and audiences alike. Stan and Pearson's performances were especially praised, with their on-screen chemistry being emphasized as a highlight of the film. Collider's Ross Bonaime called the Aaron Schimberg directorial an "audacious A24 thriller." After its festival premiere, the film had a limited theatrical release on September 20.
Meet the cast and crew of 'A Different Man'
Stan, who is best known for his role as Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier in Marvel movies, leads the cast of A Different Man. He is joined by Pearson, who had previously worked with Schimberg on 2018's Chained for Life. The film also stars Renate Reinsve as Ingrid. Behind the scenes, the crew includes Framed composer Umberto Smerilli, The Kitchen cinematographer Wyatt Garfield, Bodies Bodies Bodies editor Taylor Levy, Resurrection production designer Anna Kathleen, and Mother Couch art director Emilia Spirito.
Where to watch 'A Different Man' in India?
Fans hoping for a streaming release of A Different Man can breathe easy. After a multi-year deal between A24 and Max in December 2023, the film is likely to be available on the Max streaming platform after its theatrical run ends. However, it is not known whether this deal will include India. Max titles land on JioCinema in this country, but A Different Man has yet to find an OTT home here.
