'Challengers' Hits 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, Best Guadagnino Film Since 2017

Apr 17, 2024, 02:07 AM

The film 'Challengers,' directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist, has debuted to overwhelmingly positive reviews. Garnering a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 89 on Metacritic, the movie is praised for its compelling narrative and strong performances. Critics highlight Zendaya's standout role, describing her performance as a career-best and the film as Guadagnino's best-reviewed since 2017. The film, set to release in theaters on April 26, is noted for its portrayal of a tennis love triangle that explores themes of desire and competition, making it a sexy, enormously entertaining crowd-pleaser.