Rooftop Selects: Lurker

Date: Monday, August 18th

Venue: New Design High School

Address: 350 Grand St, New York, NY 10002

7:00 PM: Doors Open

8:30 PM: Film Begins

10:15 PM: Q&A with filmmaker Alex Russell and actors Théodore Pellerin & Archie Madekwe

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THE FILM

Lurker

Alex Russell | 2025 | US | 100 mins

A screw-turning psychological thriller made for the moment, Lurker is the razor-sharp directorial debut from The Bear and Beef writer-producer Alex Russell. When twenty-something Los Angeles retail clerk and loner Matthew (Théodore Pellerin) encounters rising pop star Oliver (Saltburn’s Archie Madekwe), he takes the opportunity to edge his way into the in-crowd. But staying there isn’t easy. With an entire entourage (Bottoms’ Havana Rose Liu, Abbott Elementary’s Zack Fox, Y2K’s Daniel Zolghadri, mid90s’ Sunny Suljic) vying for attention, Matthew must prove himself to Oliver as more than just a follower. As their bond grows strained and mainstream fame appears within reach, access and proximity become a matter of life and death. Online fixation meets reality in this parasocial, paranoid cat-and-mouse film driven by star-making performances. With an incisive view to contemporary culture and a brilliant score from Kenny Beats (known for his work with Vince Staples), Lurker presents an exhilarating take on the music industry, the blurred line between friend and fan, and our universal search for validation. A MUBI release.

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IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, THE SCREENING WILL BE MOVED INSIDE, TO THE AUDITORIUM. NO ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED.

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FAQs

How will it work?

Using your RSVP, our team will check in all patrons by first and last name at the entrance.

How do I get there?

Subway: take the J or M trains to the Delancey St/Essex St station. Bus: the B39 to Delancey St/Essex St or the M9 or M14A-SBS to Essex St/Delancey. If you are driving you will need to find street parking.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

Rooftop Films are open to all ages, but ID and proof of age is required for entry. You must be 21+ to attend the after party.

Do I need to bring a chair?

Chairs will be provided, no need to bring your own!

What can/can't I bring to the event?

No outside alcohol is permitted. Concessions will be sold on the roof provided by Gather, all profits will be donated to New Design High School's new not for profit Design Your Future.

Where will the screening take place at New Design High School?

The screening will take place on the roof, on the 6th floor. Check in will take place at the 350 Grand Street entrance.

How accessible is this venue?

Attendees will access the roof via stairs – if this is not possible for you or someone in your party due to mobility issues, please email us at [email protected] or call at 718-417-7362 for more information.

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