"Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke Discuss 'Leave the World Behind' Movie"

"Leave the World Behind" is a star-driven adaptation of Rumaan Alam's novel, directed by Sam Esmail and starring Julia Roberts. The film follows a well-to-do family who escapes to a quaint town for a vacation, only to find themselves caught in a downward spiral as the world faces an impending apocalypse. Roberts delivers a standout performance as the matriarch, showcasing a departure from her previous roles and embracing a more assertive and relatable character. The film explores themes of suspicion, class, and race, highlighting the destructive power of homegrown suspicion.