Inside 'Tony,' the A24 Movie About Anthony Bourdain's Provincetown Summers
Originally published Jun 16, 2026
By Ryan Lattanzio · IndieWire
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Key points
- Director Matt Johnson and actors Dominic Sessa and Leo Woodall discussed their film 'Tony' at the Provincetown Film Festival.
- The film is about Anthony Bourdain's summers in Provincetown, focusing on a pivotal time in his life.
- 'Tony' is not a full biopic but explores a significant chapter in Bourdain's life, known for his book 'Kitchen Confidential.'
- The film is produced by A24 and directed by Matt Johnson, known for his work on 'Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie.'
Director Matt Johnson and actors Dominic Sessa and Leo Woodall discussed their upcoming A24 film 'Tony' at the Provincetown Film Festival. The movie focuses on a significant period in the life of late author Anthony Bourdain, known for his work 'Kitchen Confidential.'
While not a full biopic, the film explores Bourdain's experiences during summers in Provincetown, highlighting a formative chapter in his life. The film is directed by Johnson, who previously worked on 'Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie,' and stars Sessa and Woodall in key roles.
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