Cameron Winter Film by PTA arrives November
The legendary sounds of Cameron Winter are about to receive the cinematic treatment they deserve. Janus Films and Criterion have secured the North American rights to release Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall, a concert film that captures the magic of the Geese frontman’s sold-out solo performance at the historic New York venue.
This feature film, which documents Winter’s unforgettable December 2025 show, is set to launch a North American 35mm theatrical tour beginning November 20th, with further cities to be announced. Fans will be able to secure tickets starting September 17th.
The performance itself was already a landmark moment for Winter. At just 23, he became one of the youngest artists ever to headline the main auditorium at Carnegie Hall, only edging out Bob Dylan, who had played there in 1963.
The film dives into a raw and deeply personal performance. Winter took the stage alone at the piano, facing away from the audience, as he radically reworked material from his acclaimed solo debut, Heavy Metal. The concert captures the spirit of an artist wrestling with his sound, offering a compelling look at his evolving musical identity.
Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, known for his evocative work like One Battle After Another, helmed the project, collaborating with The Smashing Machine filmmaker and actor Benny Safdie. Their shared vision brought a stunning visual and emotional depth to the concert experience.
Beyond the visuals, the sonic landscape of the film is equally masterful. The soundtrack was produced, recorded, and mixed by Ariel Rechtshaid, whose impressive résumé includes Grammy-winning work with artists like Vampire Weekend and Adele. The film was further produced by Sara Murphy, Erica Frauman, and Maggie Ambrose, ensuring the resulting work is a rich tapestry of performance and sound.
Winter currently navigates two distinct, yet equally compelling musical worlds. On one side lies the post-punk chaos of Geese, evidenced by albums like Getting Killed, which was named the best album of 2025 by The New Yorker, NME, and Stereogum. On the other is the solitary, piano-driven strangeness of his solo work, finding a unique space between the noise and the silence.
The resulting feature film promises to be more than just a concert recording; it’s a cinematic deep dive into the complex, multifaceted artistry of Cameron Winter, offering audiences a front-row seat to a truly exceptional performance.
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