Mary Bronstein's 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Premieres on HBO Max
Mary Bronstein's feature film 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' premiered on HBO Max after being presented at the Sundance Film Festival and the Berlin International Film Festival in 2025. The film stars Rose Byrne in a role described as requiring 'insane courage,' portraying a woman's mental landscape as she drifts through a personal crisis. Bronstein's work is noted for its bitter humor and dark comedic tone, capturing the nightmares of motherhood. The film's release on a major streaming platform marks a significant moment for independent cinema, bringing a critically acclaimed festival favorite to a wider audience.
Key facts
- The film 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' was directed by Mary Bronstein.
- It was presented at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025.
- It was also shown at the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) in 2025.
- Rose Byrne stars in the lead role.
- The film is now available on HBO Max.
- The film explores the mental landscape of a woman in crisis.
- The tone is described as bitter humor and dark comedy.
- The film deals with themes of motherhood and nightmares.
Entities
Artists
- Mary Bronstein
- Rose Byrne
Institutions
- HBO Max
- Sundance Film Festival
- Berlin International Film Festival