Missoula’s Roxy Theater hosts two contrasting films—a sunny tale from the director of “Once,” featuring Paul Rudd as a wedding singer with a stolen hit song, and a haunting plunge into eerie liminal spaces in “Backrooms.” It’s a cinematic experience that balances lighthearted fun with unsettling intrigue.
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Paul Rudd is a wedding singer and someone stole his hit song | At the Roxy
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Key Takeaways:
- Paul Rudd plays a wedding singer whose hit song mysteriously goes missing
- A new feel-good film comes from the acclaimed director of “Once”
- “Backrooms” offers a darker, “feel-bad” exploration of liminal spaces
- Both films are screening at Missoula’s Roxy Theater
- The article appears under the entertainment category in Missoulian
A Cinematic Contrast
At Missoula’s Roxy Theater, moviegoers face a choice between two films that rest on opposite ends of the emotional spectrum. On one side is a feel-good feature by the director of “Once,” promising uplifting music and warmhearted storytelling. On the other side, there’s “Backrooms,” a film that plunges viewers into the unsettling realm of liminal spaces.
Paul Rudd’s Unforgettable Wedding Singer
Central to the lighthearted movie is a comedic premise involving Paul Rudd as a wedding singer. The twist? His cherished hit song has vanished right when crowds expect him to steal the show. This imaginative plot sets the stage for both humor and a dash of mystery as he navigates the missing tune.
Feel-Good Meets Feel-Bad
While one film captures the infectious spirit of creative talent—the same kind of musical soul that made “Once” so beloved—the other descends into a disturbing scenario known as the “Backrooms.” Dubbed a “feel-bad” movie, “Backrooms” contrasts the hopeful tone of the wedding singer story with an eerie glimpse into spaces that seem strangely infinite and psychologically haunting.
Spotlight on Missoula’s Roxy Theater
Missoula’s Roxy Theater continues its tradition of bringing diverse cinematic offerings to the community. Known for showcasing an array of independent and art-house films, it remains a hub for film enthusiasts eager to explore everything from uplifting, music-driven narratives to psychologically charged horrors.
A Dual Experience for Film Fans
Featuring these two titles together underscores the theater’s commitment to delivering an eclectic mix. Whether audiences are drawn by the star power of Paul Rudd or the intrigue of an unsettling thriller, the showtimes at The Roxy Theater promise a unique experience. It’s a testament to the variety an entertainment venue can bring to a single location on any given week.
