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- A24 and Halina Reijn: the comeback collaboration and what we know
- Why Gracie Abrams’ first acting role matters
- Reijn’s creative focus: violence, masculinity, and intimacy
- Signals from awards season and festival appearances
- A24 and Reijn: a growing creative relationship
- Production team and what remains under wraps
A24 has quietly reunited with Dutch writer-director Halina Reijn for a new feature titled Please, and the project marks the screen acting debut of Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams. Few specifics have been shared, but the collaboration promises another bold entry from a filmmaker known for probing power, desire, and gendered violence.
A24 and Halina Reijn: the comeback collaboration and what we know
The independent studio confirmed Reijn will write, direct, and produce the film. The company did not reveal a release date or plot details. The studio’s announcement described much as still confidential, so expect sparse updates until production advances.
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- Director/Writer/Producer: Halina Reijn
- Lead actor (screen debut): Gracie Abrams
- Producers: David Hinojosa (re-teaming with Reijn), with Zach Nutman as executive producer
Why Gracie Abrams’ first acting role matters
Fans know Abrams for her music and famous family ties. Her move into film adds a new dimension to her public profile.
- She brings a musician’s sensitivity to performance.
- Her casting signals A24’s interest in fresh faces and cross-disciplinary talent.
- Reijn’s background as an actor may shape on-set support for Abrams.
Gracie Abrams’ acting debut arrives under a director who prioritizes actor care and rigorous preparation.
Reijn’s creative focus: violence, masculinity, and intimacy
Reijn has repeatedly returned to themes around masculine power and how it plays out on screen. She has said that her work often examines coercive dynamics and on-set boundaries.
The director has become an outspoken advocate for structured, ethical intimacy work during filming. She compares the value of intimacy coordinators to that of stunt teams, arguing both protect creative integrity and personal safety.
How that perspective could shape Please
- Closer collaboration with intimacy coordinators is likely.
- Scenes may interrogate power imbalances between characters.
- Reijn’s actor-first approach could guide rehearsal and choreography.
Signals from awards season and festival appearances
Reijn hinted at new work while attending recent awards events. Reporters noted she was scripting another project and suggested A24 might return as partner.
Her public comments at red carpets have emphasized that the next film will feel distinct from her prior titles. Industry observers took that as a sign she intends to push into new tonal or thematic territory.
A24 and Reijn: a growing creative relationship
A24 previously released Reijn’s Babygirl and handled films like Bodies Bodies Bodies, then later acquired her debut, Instinct. That history points to a trusted creative partnership.
- Babygirl: a high-profile title from Reijn with strong festival attention.
- Instinct: her debut that showcased directorial voice.
- Studio pattern: A24 often supports directors across multiple projects.
Production team and what remains under wraps
David Hinojosa’s return as producer reunites a key collaborator with Reijn. Zach Nutman joins as an executive producer, but casting beyond Abrams and crew specifics are not yet public.
Details remain under wraps for now. Observers expect more announcements as preproduction solidifies and filming dates are set.
