Rumours presents itself as a satire that blends comedy and horror, delivering a scathing critique of political incompetence.
It opens with a captivating description comparing the film to Night of the Living Dead and Dr. Strangelove, setting the stage for the annual G7 summit, where the seven leaders of the world’s wealthiest democracies meet.
During this meeting, they attempt to draft a provisional declaration to address a global crisis.
Cate Blanchett shares the screen with a talented cast including Alicia Vikander (Tomb Raider, The Danish Girl), Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), Roy Dupuis (Machine Gun Molly), Nikki Amuka-Bird (There’s a Knock on the Door), Takehiro Hira (Shogun), Denis Ménochet (As Bestas), Rolando Ravello (Three Perfect Daughters), and Zlatko Buric (The Triangle of Sadness).
Cate Blanchett shares the screen with a talented cast including Alicia Vikander (Tomb Raider, The Danish Girl), Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), Roy Dupuis (Machine Gun Molly), Nikki Amuka-Bird (There’s a Knock), Takehiro Hira (Shogun), Denis Ménochet (As Bestas), Rolando Ravello (Three Perfect Daughters), and Zlatko Buric (The Triangle of Sadness). The film was co-directed by Guy Maddin (The Forbidden Room), Evan Johnson (The Green Fog), and Galen Johnson (Accident). Ari Aster also served as executive producer; this filmmaker has been acclaimed for his contributions to the horror genre with works such as Hereditary (2018), Midsommar, and Beau Is Afraid (2023).