Behemoth! (2026)
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A renowned cellist returns to Los Angeles to compose film scores while navigating complex personal relationships.
The story
Alex Serian, a renowned and prolific cellist, returns to Los Angeles with the intent of composing film scores. The narrative follows his journey as he navigates his professional ambitions and personal connections, including his past relationship with Carol Spedding and his burgeoning connection with his colleague, Nadia. The film explores the life of a dedicated artist in the heart of the film industry.
Full plot (contains spoilers)
Alex Serian, a renowned and prolific cellist, returns to Los Angeles to compose film scores. The story unfolds as he navigates his professional goals while dealing with his personal history, including his ex-girlfriend Carol Spedding and his new love interest, his colleague Nadia. The film also features his brother Andy and his father Peter, providing a look into his family dynamics while he works within the film industry.
- First release year
- 2026
- Runtime (minutes)
- 124
- Production countries
- United States
- Original languages
- English
- Directors
- Tony Gilroy
- Writers
- Tony Gilroy · writer
- Cast and characters
- Pedro Pascal · Alex Serian; Olivia Wilde · Carol Spedding; Eva Victor · Nadia; Will Arnett · Andy Serian; Hank Azaria · Peter Serian; Alexa Swinton · Viviana; Kaya Ralls · Bronte
- Genres
- drama
- Themes
- artistic struggle; creative identity; romance
- Tone and mood
- intense; artistic
- Premise and plot tags
- music; film industry; drama
- Reception
- The film received positive reviews for Pedro Pascal's performance, the direction, and the musical score, though it faced criticism regarding its writing and structure.
- Reported review scores
- Rotten Tomatoes · score: 85% · scale: percentage · review count: 20
- Production trivia
- The film features a score by nine different composers.; Oscar Isaac was originally attached to star but exited the project in August 2025.
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