Neon has released the first trailer for the psychological thriller Luce. An adaptation of JC Lee’s acclaimed play, the film is directed by Julius Onah and stars Kelvin Harrison Jr., Naomi Watts, Tim Roth and Octavia Spencer; watch it here…
An all-star high school athlete and accomplished debater, Luce (Kelvin Harrison Jr.) is a poster boy for the new American Dream. As are his parents (Naomi Watts and Tim Roth), who adopted him from a war-torn country a decade earlier. When Luce’s teacher (Octavia Spencer) makes a shocking discovery in his locker, Luce’s stellar reputation is called into question. But is he really at fault, or is Ms. Wilson preying on dangerous stereotypes?
Luce is set for release on August 2nd.