LaRoy
Directed byShane Atkinson
Written byShane Atkinson
Produced by
  • Sébastien Aubert
  • Jeremie Guiraud
  • John Magaro
  • Caddy Vanasirikul
Starring
CinematographyMingjue Hu
Edited bySebastian Mialik
Music by
  • Rim Laurens
  • Delphine Malaussena
  • Clément Peiffer
Production
companies
Distributed byBrainstorm Media
Release dates
  • June 8, 2023 (2023-06-08) (Tribeca)
  • April 12, 2024 (2024-04-12) (United States)
Running time
110 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

LaRoy is a 2023 American crime thirller comedy film written and directed by Shane Atkinson and starring Steve Zahn. It is Atkinson's feature directorial debut.

Cast

Production

In May 2022, it was announced that Zahn, Jared Harris and Magaro were cast in the film.[1]

Release

The film was released at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 8, 2023.[2]

Reception

Critical response

The film has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on nine reviews.[3]

Christian Zilko of IndieWire graded the film a B+ and wrote, "Watching LaRoy is a lot like the seedy motel affairs that all of its characters seem to be having — two hours of fun, followed by a tragic feeling of emptiness and a desire for a shower."[4]

Awards and nominations

The film received three awards (Grand Prix of the Jury, Audience Award and International Critics' Award) at the Deauville American Film Festival in 2023.[5]

References

  1. ↑ Roxborough, Scott (May 4, 2022). "Cannes: Steve Zahn, Jared Harris, John Magaro Board 'LaRoy' From 'Poms' Writer (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
  2. ↑ Mannarino, Dan; Sanchez, Hazel; Troy, Jayson (June 10, 2023). "Matthew Del Negro speaks on the world premiere of 'LaRoy' at Tribeca Festival". WPIX. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
  3. ↑ "LaRoy". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
  4. ↑ Zilko, Christian (June 8, 2023). "'LaRoy' Review: Steve Zahn Is a Grifting Wannabe Detective in Texas Blackmail Comedy". IndieWire. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
  5. ↑ Keslassy, Elsa (September 10, 2023). "Shane Atkinson's Dark Comedy 'LaRoy' Wins Top Awards at Deauville Festival". Variety. Retrieved September 10, 2023.
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