Published on March 23, 2026
A24 has released a promo video showcasing one of the original songs from *Mother Mary*, the highly anticipated film directed , providing a compelling glimpse into the movie’s music and atmosphere. The track, titled “Burial,” is performed , who takes on the role of a captivating pop icon. This preview allows fans an early listen to a song set to feature on the film’s soundtrack, which is scheduled for release in April 2026.
The footage highlights Lowery’s signature lush visual style, melding Hathaway’s haunting performance with a moody, emotionally charged tone that hints at the intricate narrative unfolding in the film. The song itself is the result of collaboration from an impressive creative team, including Charli xcx, Jack Antonoff, Hathaway, and George Daniel. Antonoff and Charli are also responsible for the film’s original music, alongside FKA Twigs, who contributes additional songs that evoke a sound reminiscent of musical artist Poppy.
In *Mother Mary*, Hathaway portrays the titular character, a fictional global pop superstar preparing for a significant comeback. The storyline revolves around her reunion with her estranged best friend and former costume designer, Sam Anselm, played . As Mary approaches her return to the stage, old emotions and unresolved tensions emerge, complicating their reconnection.
The film’s logline encapsulates the complex relationship at the heart of the story: “We have a connection… and I can’t explain it.” It hints at the emotional turmoil that follows their reunion, culminating in a foreboding statement: “There may only be one of us left standing when this is over.”
Lowery, who wrote and directed *Mother Mary*, continues his impressive career with a diverse body of work that includes films such as *Ain’t Them Bodies Saints*, *Pete’s Dragon*, *A Ghost Story*, *The Old Man & The Gun*, *The Green Knight*, and *Peter Pan & Wendy*.
The cast features a strong ensemble around Hathaway and Coel, including Hunter Schafer, Atheena Frizzell, Kaia Gerber, Jessica Brown Findlay, Isaura Barbé-Brown, Alba Baptista, Sian Clifford, and FKA Twigs.
With its emotional depth, pop star backdrop, and a soundtrack crafted , Charli xcx, and Twigs, *Mother Mary* promises to be visually rich and musically immersive. A24 will release *Mother Mary* in select U.S. theaters beginning April 17th, 2026.
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