Hey movie lovers A24 is at it again! You know A24 right? The studio that brings you all those cool unique films like 'The Iron Claw' 'Midsommar' and 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'. Well they just announced their next project and it sounds awesome. Get ready for 'Deep Cuts' a movie that’s bringing together some serious talent for a story about music and love in the 2000s.
Saoirse Ronan and Austin Butler Team Up for 'Deep Cuts': A 2000s Love Story You Won't Want to Miss
The cast for 'Deep Cuts' is already looking amazing. Saoirse Ronan yes the Saoirse Ronan from 'Lady Bird' and 'Little Women' is starring and producing. And Austin Butler fresh off his roles in 'Dune: Part Two' and 'The Bikeriders' is joining her. This duo is going to be electric! They are set to play two music-obsessed people in their twenties navigating life in the early 2000s. Think flip phones CDs and maybe a little bit of emo Music nostalgia.
The movie is based on the debut novel 'Deep Cuts' by Holly Brickley which just dropped in February 2025. It is described as a love story exploring ambition belonging and what it means to grow up all set against the backdrop of a decade that defined a generation. Sounds pretty intriguing right?
From 'The Iron Claw' to 'Deep Cuts': Director Sean Durkin and A24 Reunite for New Project
Behind the camera we have Sean Durkin directing and adapting the novel. Durkin is the director who gave us the critically acclaimed wrestling movie 'The Iron Claw' which was also an A24 hit. He is known for making movies that are intense and character-driven so 'Deep Cuts' is in good hands. Knowing Durkin and A24 this is not going to be your typical rom-com. Expect something with depth emotion and probably some really great music.
Holly Brickley the author of 'Deep Cuts' is super excited about the movie adaptation. She mentioned that Durkin is a big fan of the book and wants to stay true to the original story. That is always good news for book fans! Brickley also raved about Saoirse Ronan saying she has the perfect mix of intelligence and tenderness for the main character Percy. It seems like everyone involved is really passionate about bringing this story to life.
What's 'Deep Cuts' About? Music Ambition and Nostalgia in the Early 2000s
So what exactly is 'Deep Cuts' about? The story kicks off in the year 2000 back when boy bands and pop princesses ruled the music charts. Percy the main character is a college student at UC Berkeley who is passionate about music but doesn't really have any musical talent herself. She meets Joe a songwriter and fellow student and sparks fly both creatively and romantically.
A Deep Dive into the Plot: Music Collaboration Love and the Struggle to be Heard in 'Deep Cuts'
Percy and Joe start collaborating on music and their partnership takes them on a journey through bars dance floors and the ups and downs of trying to make it in the music world. The story will explore themes of talent obsession and the universal need to feel heard. It sounds like it will be a mix of Romance drama and a healthy dose of 2000s nostalgia.
Setting the story in the early 2000s is a key part of the appeal. Think about it back then technology was changing music but it wasn't quite the same as today. You had iPods but not constant social media and smartphones taking over everything. It was a unique time and the movie is set to capture that vibe. Get ready for a soundtrack packed with early 2000s hits and maybe some deep cuts (pun intended!) from that era.
'Deep Cuts' Movie: Key Things to Know About A24's Upcoming Film
- Director: Sean Durkin (The Iron Claw Martha Marcy May Marlene)
- Stars: Saoirse Ronan Austin Butler
- Studio: A24
- Based on: Holly Brickley's debut novel "Deep Cuts"
- Genre: Romance Music Drama
- Setting: Early 2000s
- Themes: Ambition belonging adulthood music collaboration love heartbreak
- Producers: Saoirse Ronan Ronald Bronstein Eli Bush Josh Safdie
Get Ready for 'Deep Cuts': An A24 Romance with a 2000s Soundtrack Coming Soon
So if you are a fan of A24 movies indie romances or just love a good story about music and growing up 'Deep Cuts' is definitely one to keep an eye on. With Saoirse Ronan and Austin Butler leading the cast and Sean Durkin directing it has all the ingredients to be something special. No release date yet but production is likely to get going soon. We will be waiting to hear more about this one and will keep you updated as news drops. Get your 2000s playlists ready!