Russo Brothers-Produced Online Dating Satire ‘Something’s More Than One Thing’ Unveils Trailer Ahead of Raindance World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Jay Alvarez’s “Something’s More Than One Thing,” executive produced by the Russo Brothers, has unveiled its first trailer.
The film will have its world premiere at the 32nd Raindance Film Festival in London, where it is also nominated for the Spirit of Raindance Award. It stars comic Devan Costa, Alex Sgambati (“The Walking Dead”), James Scully (“You”) and César-winning actor and musician Soko (“In the Beginning”). Styled as a contemporary satire, the ensemble cast of over 300 actors aims to portray the multifaceted nature of online life, exploring modern-day dating and hyperconnected existence.
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The plot follows Caitlin and her boyfriend Dylan, whose relationship unravels after a disturbing revelation. Seeking advice online, they encounter conflicting guidance — Dylan delves into the manosphere (online forums promoting masculinity, misogyny and opposition to feminism) while Caitlin faces online mobs demanding the relationship’s end. Their real-life communication deteriorates as the allure of endless online interactions takes over.
Alvarez’s debut feature, “I Play With the Phrase Each Other,” shot entirely on an iPhone and composed of cell phone calls, premiered in London and won a special jury prize at the Slamdance Film Festival. This caught the attention of the Russo Brothers, who came on board as executive producers for “Something’s More Than One Thing.”
The film is produced by Will Hand, Alexander Fraser and Darius Anderson (Indoor Feeling Films) and executive produced by Joe and Anthony Russo, and Jack and Stephen T. Hearst.
Alvarez said: “I’m delighted to be premiering in London at Raindance. The festival was an early champion of the work, marks a form of aesthetic homecoming, and remains a thriving, discerning society from which to throw my American malady into relief.”
Joe Russo added: “I like championing filmmakers who push the language of cinema forward. When I saw Jay Alvarez’s first feature, I recognized a unique voice, and I think his new film speaks to his hyper-connected generation, through Jay’s distinct way of mixing emotional truth with a sense for the absurd. He combines the structural fun of a Linklater with the incisive comedy of a Whit Stillman.”
Watch the trailer here:
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