French drama “La Gradiva” has released its first trailer ahead of its United States theatrical debut, which is set for December 18. The film will be distributed in the U.S. by independent company 1.2 Special, according to the announcement.
The trailer launch follows the picture’s strong showing on the 2024 festival circuit, where it was highlighted as one of the season’s most talked‑about titles. Industry observers have noted the buzz surrounding the film as it heads toward a wider release.
“La Gradiva” was also named among the five films shortlisted by the French Academy’s Oscar committee as potential candidates to represent France in the Academy Awards’ International Feature Film category. The shortlist is compiled each year to determine which French‑produced film will be submitted for the Oscar race.
Being on the shortlist places “La Gradiva” in a competitive field of French cinema, underscoring the film’s critical reception and its perceived artistic merit within the national industry.
With the trailer now public and a December 18 opening slated for U.S. audiences, the film’s performance in the awards‑season calendar will be closely watched as it moves from festival acclaim toward broader commercial distribution.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
