Greenwich Entertainment’s Love, Brooklyn had an impressive start over the Labor Day holiday weekend, debuting exclusively at the Angelika Film Center in New York City. The romantic drama grossed $49,000 over the three-day frame and an estimated $55,000 across the four-day holiday, with sold-out shows daily.
That performance gave the film the fourth-best per-theater average opening of 2025 — meaning that, on average, the single theater showing Love, Brooklyn earned more money than most films playing in multiple theaters nationwide. In other words, the audience turnout per show was one of the strongest of the year, signaling strong demand ahead of its wider release. It was only behind The Phoenician Scheme, The Encampments, and Friendship.
Starring André Holland, Nicole Beharie, DeWanda Wise, and Roy Wood Jr., the Sundance-premiering film marks the feature directorial debut of Rachael Abigail Holder and is executive produced by Steven Soderbergh. Holland, who also produced, has been promoting the release across national outlets including Good Morning America, MSNBC’s Morning Joe, and ABC News Live Prime.
Following its strong New York launch, Love, Brooklyn will expand to about 100 locations nationwide on September 5, with additional theaters to follow.
About the Film
Written by Paul Zimmerman and directed by Holder, the film follows a writer (Holland) navigating a romantic tangle between his art gallery-owning ex (Beharie) and his new partner, a recently single mother (Wise). His best friend (Wood Jr.) stands by him as he sorts through the emotional maze. The cast also features Cassandra Freeman (Bel-Air) and newcomer *Cadence Reese.
The project faced challenges during development. Holland revealed at Sundance that the script struggled to find financing until longtime collaborator Steven Soderbergh (The Knick, High Flying Bird) stepped in as executive producer, encouraging the team to “start tomorrow.”
At its Sundance world premiere, Love, Brooklyn drew acclaim for its intimate performances, romantic tension, and Holder’s assured direction. Shot with moody lighting and a jazz-infused score, the film captures Brooklyn with cinematic intimacy and specificity.
The film is produced by André Holland, Kate Sharp, Patrick Wengler, Maurice Anderson, and Liza Zusman, with executive producers including Steven Soderbergh, Jeffrey Deary, Andy Steinman, Brian Katz, Thomas Zambeck, Alexander Leff, and Rachael Abigail Holder.
With its evocative storytelling and layered performances, Love, Brooklyn is shaping up as one of the fall’s must-see indie releases.