Daniel Craig Shines in First Trailer for Luca Guadagnino’s ‘Queer’

The first trailer for Luca Guadagnino’s highly anticipated film Queer has dropped, giving audiences a glimpse of Daniel Craig’s transformative performance that’s already generating Oscar buzz.

The film, set in 1950 Mexico City, follows William Lee (Craig), an American expatriate living a solitary life among a small American community. His world changes when he meets Eugene Allerton (Drew Starkey), a former soldier and fellow expat. Their budding connection offers William the hope of forming a meaningful relationship for the first time, bringing emotional depth to this complex narrative.

Alongside Craig and Starkey, the cast includes Lesley Manville, Jason Schwartzman, Henrique Zaga, and musician-turned-actor Omar Apollo.

Film insiders are already predicting that Craig could receive a Best Actor nomination at the 2025 Oscars for his nuanced portrayal in Queer. With Guadagnino at the helm, known for his artistic vision and emotionally resonant storytelling, the film is expected to be a major awards contender.

Queer is slated for release on November 27, and fans won’t want to miss Craig’s powerful performance in what could be one of the year’s most talked-about films.

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