Video Booze S05-E03: Eddington (2025)

Directed / Written By: Ari Astor

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, and Emma Stone

End Song: Tucumcari - Goodnight, Texas

In this episode, we dive into Eddington, the latest unsettling vision from writer-director Ari Aster. Known for crafting deeply uncomfortable and psychologically intense stories, Aster turns his lens toward small-town America, delivering a film packed with paranoia, power struggles, and simmering dread.

We break down the film’s charged atmosphere, its sharp social commentary, and the volatile dynamic between characters played by Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal. From escalating conflicts to morally complex choices, we explore how the film builds tension and what it ultimately has to say about authority, fear, and division.

Is Eddington another bold swing from Aster, or does it leave audiences divided? Tune in as we unpack the performances, themes, and lasting impact of this provocative and conversation-starting drama.