‘Fairyland’ release date: The much-anticipated film ‘Fairyland’, produced by acclaimed filmmaker Sofia Coppola, will arrive in cinemas on October 10. Written, produced, and directed by Andrew Durham, the movie is adapted from Alysia Abbott’s celebrated memoir of the same name.
‘Fairyland’ takes audiences to San Francisco in the 1970s and ’80s, a city alive with art, culture, and change. At its heart, it’s a coming-of-age story, following the evolving bond between a father and his daughter. The film moves from the carefree bohemian days of the city to the sombre years marked by the AIDS crisis.
The cast features Emilia Jones and Scoot McNairy in leading roles, alongside Cody Fern, Maria Bakalova, and Bella Murphy. Musician Adam Lambert, Oscar-winner Geena Davis, and newcomer Nessa Dougherty also star in the movie.
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Amelia McPartlon Rogers, Executive Vice President at Lionsgate, called ‘Fairyland’ “a beautiful and deeply personal film” that left a lasting emotional impact on her. She praised its sharp, funny, and moving portrayal of a pivotal era, adding that the story feels both personal and universal.
The film first made waves at the Sundance Film Festival, where it earned glowing reviews. It went on to screen at the Biarritz, Palm Springs, and Frameline film festivals, opening the latter to great acclaim.
Director Andrew Durham said he was drawn to Abbott’s memoir because it offered a rare look at a father-daughter relationship unlike any he had seen before, while still touching on themes many families can relate to. He acknowledged the challenges of making films with unconventional stories but credited Coppola, American Zoetrope, and a dedicated cast and crew for bringing the project to life.
Sofia Coppola expressed her admiration for Abbott’s memoir and Durham’s heartfelt adaptation. “It’s such an important story to tell right now,” she said.