The highly anticipated directorial debut of Scarlett Johansson, "Eleanor the Great," made its official premiere at this year's Cannes Film Festival, receiving a remarkably warm reception from audiences. After a celebrated career as an actor, Johansson's move behind the camera garnered significant attention, and the positive reaction to her film has been widespread among those fortunate enough to have seen it. The film is set for its U.S. theatrical release on September 26, 2025.

Written by Tory Kamen,"Eleanor the Great" stars Academy Award-nominated June Squibb as the 94-year-old protagonist, Eleanor Morgenstein. Eleanor embarks on a significant life change, moving far from her home to live with her daughter, played by Jessica Hecht, in New York. There, she forms an unlikely bond with Nina, a 19-year-old journalism student portrayed by Erin Kellyman, following a remarkable and improbable tale. Chiwetel Ejiofor, also starring in the film, expressed how he found himself deeply engrossed in Eleanor's story, attributing this to June Squibb's impressive lead performance.

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Ahead of its theatrical debut, Collider’s Steve Weintraub sat down with stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Erin Kellyman to discuss their experiences with "Eleanor the Great." The actors delved into the profound journeys their characters undertake throughout the movie and reflected on the emotional impact the film has had on early audiences. Both Ejiofor and Kellyman cited working with June Squibb as an inspirational experience, highlighting her versatility. Ejiofor also shared insights into how his own process as an actor has evolved since he has taken on directorial roles.

Beyond "Eleanor the Great,"Erin Kellyman also offered an exciting tease for Nia DaCosta's upcoming sequel, "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple." Kellyman enthusiastically described the film as "thrilling, horrific, brilliant." She recounted a particularly impactful ADR session where she was left utterly speechless by one scene, despite having filmed it herself, emphasizing the sheer power of seeing the compiled footage. She urged audiences to "buckle in for this one," promising a truly intense experience.

With "Eleanor the Great" hitting theaters on September 26, 2025, and the thrilling prospect of "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple" on the horizon, audiences have much to anticipate from these talents.