"The Invite" Premieres to Acclaim at Sundance

Olivia Wilde's sexual comedy, "The Invite," premiered at the Sundance Film Festival's Eccles Theatre. The film was met with significant enthusiasm, receiving multiple standing ovations and generating considerable audience laughter.

Narrative Focuses on Two Couples

The film features two distinct couples who reside in the same apartment complex. Edward Norton and Penelope Cruz portray a couple described as being sexually open. Conversely, Seth Rogen and Wilde play a pair depicted as being "married in misery."

The narrative unfolds as the two couples gather, leading to a series of comedic interactions that address various aspects of middle age.

Screenplay Development and Origins

Wilde developed the screenplay for "The Invite" alongside Rashida Jones and Wil McCormack. The movie is an English-language remake of the Spanish film "The People Upstairs," directed by Cesc Gay.

Wilde's Dual Role and Production Insights

Commenting on the production process, Wilde noted that the film was shot in order, a method she characterized as a "luxury." This approach, she stated, allowed for continuous idea generation throughout filming.

"The film was shot in order, which she described as a 'luxury' that allowed for continuous idea generation."

At Sundance, Wilde held a dual role, both directing and starring in "The Invite." She also featured as an actor in Gregg Araki’s "I Want Your Sex."