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A24 and Halina Reijn Reunite for New Film 'Please' with Rising Star David Jonsson

Entertainment5/13/2026
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Director Halina Reijn is reuniting with studio A24 for the third time on a new film titled 'Please'. The project has added BAFTA Rising Star winner David Jonsson to a cast that includes Grammy-nominated singer Gracie Abrams in her acting debut. The film is currently in production, with Reijn producing through her own banner.

Facts First

  • Halina Reijn is writing and directing 'Please' for A24, marking her third collaboration with the studio.
  • David Jonsson has joined the cast following his 2025 BAFTA Rising Star win for roles in 'Rye Lane' and 'Alien: Romulus'.
  • The cast includes Grammy-nominee Gracie Abrams making her acting debut, alongside Connor Storrie and Tom Burke.
  • Reijn is producing the film through her MAN UP Film banner, with David Hinojosa also producing.
  • A24 is financing and producing the project, with Zach Nutman serving as an executive producer.

What Happened

Halina Reijn, the writer and director of the successful A24 film 'Babygirl', is now working with the studio on her next project, titled 'Please'. The film has added actor David Jonsson to its cast, which already includes Grammy-nominated singer Gracie Abrams (in her acting debut), Connor Storrie, and Tom Burke. Reijn is producing the film through her MAN UP Film banner, with David Hinojosa producing and Zach Nutman executive producing for A24, which is financing the project.

Why this Matters to You

If you are a fan of A24's distinctive filmmaking or Halina Reijn's previous work like 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' and the hit 'Babygirl', this new project may bring another compelling story to theaters. The casting of rising star David Jonsson and the acting debut of popular musician Gracie Abrams could make 'Please' a notable film to watch for.

What's Next

The film 'Please' is currently in production. For David Jonsson, this role adds to a busy slate that includes upcoming films 'Scandalous', 'Chaperones', and an untitled debut feature by Frank Ocean.

Perspectives

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Media Observers note that David Jonsson is an 'increasingly in-demand' actor who has earned 'praise' for his performance in 'The Long Walk'.
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Film Critics characterize the British indie prison thriller 'Wasteman' as a 'well-received' production.