Exclusive: Da'Vine Joy Randolph and John Early talk Eternity
Currently in theaters from A24 is Eternity, directed by David Freyne and starring Miles Teller, Callum Turner, and Elizabeth Olsen as the lovers trio. Along with John Early, Betty Buckley, and Oscar winner Da'Vine Joy Randolph.
In the "afterlife" where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan (Elizabeth Olsen) is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with (Miles Teller) and her first love (Callum Turner), who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.
The screenplay is written by Patrick Cunnane and David Freyne. Produced by Tim White & Trevor White.
Randolph gained widespread attention with her breakout role on Broadway as psychic Oda Mae Brown in 2012’s “Ghost: The Musical,” earning a Tony Award nomination. The role led to memorable film performances, including “Dolemite Is My Name” with Eddie Murphy and “The Lost City” alongside Sandra Bullock. The Philadelphia-born actress captured hearts and critical acclaim with her role as a grieving cafeteria manager in Alexander Payne’s “The Holdovers,” earning over 70 critics’ prizes and winning the best supporting actress Oscar.
Early was last seen in the 2024 pandemic comedy “Stress Positions,” from director Theda Hammel. Early is also known for “Search Party,” “The Afterparty” and his special with Kate Berlant “Would It Kill You to Laugh?”
Blackfilmandtv.com's Wilson Morales talks to Da'Vine Joy Randolph and John Early talk Eternity