The film, set in the gritty world of Los Angeles' music scene, showcases Madekwe's dynamic portrayal of a young musician navigating fame and personal challenges.

Sundance: Early buzz is high on the "Beef" and "The Bear" writer and supervising producer's feature debut, set in the parasocial world of L.A. hangers-on.

Sundance project: Pellerin leads “Lurker,” the feature directorial debut for “The Bear” and “Beef” writer Alex Russell, as a young retail worker who befriends a music celebrity.

Alex Russell's 'Lurker' features brilliant observations about the entertainment ecosystem and, of course, the price and pull of fame.