‘Licorice Pizza’ first reactions arrive as Alana Haim gets huge praise for debut performance
Licorice Pizza, with the movie already attracting huge praise.The upcoming film, which stars Alana Haim in her debut performance, is a coming-of-age drama set in the 1970s in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley, focusing on Haim’s character Alana Kane and Gary Valentine (Cooper Hoffman).Going by those who have attended an early screening, the film may be another hit for Anderson, some calling it a “masterpiece” and “brilliant”.Director William Kirkley tweeted: “I had high expectations going into Licorice Pizza and somehow it was even better than I could’ve hoped. Another masterpiece by PTA.”JJ Abrams praised Haim and Hoffman, saying: “Truly incredible debut performances.