A24 film “The Invitation” explores relationship dynamics

The upcoming A24 comedy “The Invitation” (2026), directed by and starring Olivia Wilde, is a remake of the 2020 Spanish film “Sentimental”. The film explores the complexities of romantic relationships and the performance of desire within them.

The cast includes Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton. The plot follows Joe (Rogen) and Angela (Wilde), a couple in their forties navigating mid-life frustrations and the wear of a long-term relationship. The narrative centers on the conflict between traditional and deconstructed relationships, triggered when the couple hosts a dinner for their neighbors.