LaRoy, Texas
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| LaRoy | |
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| Directed by | Shane Atkinson |
| Written by | Shane Atkinson |
| Starring | Steve Zahn |
Release date |
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Running time | 110 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
LaRoy is a 2023 American crime thriller comedy film written and directed by Shane Atkinson and starring Steve Zahn. It is Atkinson's feature directorial debut.[1]
Cast
- Steve Zahn as Skip
- John Magaro as Ray
- Matthew Del Negro as Junior
- Megan Stevenson as Stacy-Lynn
- Dylan Baker as Harry
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
- ^ a b 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "LaRoy". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
- ^ Zilko, Christian (June 8, 2023). "'LaRoy' Review: Steve Zahn Is a Grifting Wannabe Detective in Texas Blackmail Comedy". IndieWire. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
- ^ Keslassy, Elsa (September 10, 2023). "Shane Atkinson's Dark Comedy 'LaRoy' Wins Top Awards at Deauville Festival". Variety. Retrieved September 10, 2023.