‘The Debut’ Explodes at Telluride With Julianne Moore’s Gonzo, Career-Best Turn, Thanks to Bananas, Unlit Cigarettes and a Faux Musical

Jesse Eisenberg's third directorial feature, titled "The Debut," world premiered at the Telluride Film Festival. The film centers on a nobody and has marked Eisenberg's most significant directorial debut to date.

The screening generated a strong reception, highlighted by a critically acclaimed performance from Julianne Moore. Reviewers described her work as a gonzo, career-best turn achieved through unconventional elements such as bananas, unlit cigarettes, and a faux musical.