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Maude Apatow’s TIFF-buzzed directorial debut Poetic License has been acquired by Sony Pictures Classics after Row K Entertainment’s distribution collapse; the film, starring Leslie Mann and Cooper Hoffman from a Raffi Donatich script, follows a former therapist who moves to a new town and becomes entangled in the lives of two college friends, prompting self-discovery, with SPC planning a 2027 release.
Poetic License, directed by Maude Apatow in her debut, is a warm, funny family-centered comedy about a woman navigating new friendships and family dynamics in a small town, featuring strong performances and a natural, improvisatory style. Despite its nepotistic cast, the film stands out for its genuine humor and relatable characters, making it a charming addition to the festival circuit.
Maude Apatow's directorial debut 'Poetic License' is a warm but aimless campus comedy about a middle-aged woman who becomes entangled in the lives of two college students, featuring strong performances but lacking a clear narrative focus and depth.
Maude Apatow makes her directorial debut with 'Poetic License,' a coming-of-age comedy highlighted by strong performances from Cooper Hoffman and Andrew Barth Feldman at TIFF, showcasing the potential for great family-run comedy films.