Louis C.K. Premieres ‘Fourth of July,’ First Film Since Sexual Misconduct Allegations: ‘We’re Back, Baby!’
01.07.2022 - 23:03
/ variety.com
Antonio Ferme editorLouis C.K. and the cast of his new film “Fourth of July” gathered for a panel discussion on Thursday night at the Beacon Theatre in Manhattan. Directed, written and edited by C.K., the indie drama stars co-writer Joe List, who quipped about C.K.’s fall from grace after the moderator praised C.K.
for being able to disappear into his role.“Well, Louis has disappeared before,” List said, referring to allegations of sexual misconduct brought against C.K. in 2017.“We’re back, baby!” C.K. responded, prompting the crowd to burst into applause and laughter.C.K.
took a step back from Hollywood after five women came forward with allegations that he undressed and masturbated in front of them. However, C.K. has been trying to revive his career since 2018, embarking on a sold-out comedy tour and releasing two specials, one of which earned him a Grammy for best comedy album this year.
With his small role as a therapist, “Fourth of July” marks C.K’s first appearance in a feature film since his directorial debut, “I Love You, Daddy,” premiered in 2017, mere months before the sexual misconduct allegations came to light.During the Q&A, C.K. revealed that he paid for the entire film out of pocket and that AMC Theatres will exclusively screen the film for one showtime – July 6 at 7:30 p.m. ET — in most AMC locations across the U.S.
The worldwide premiere at the Beacon Theatre also marked the first time that C.K. screened one of his films in front of a large audience.“The only time I’ve ever seen a movie I made with an audience was in Sundance,” C.K. said.
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