Inside Pierce Capital Entertainment’s Stylish Night Celebrating The Wizard of the Kremlin

On a warm Friday night in Century City, Pierce Capital Entertainment gathered a curated crowd of Hollywood insiders for an evening that felt less like a formal premiere and more like a knowing preview of what’s about to dominate the cultural conversation.

The occasion: a private screening of The Wizard of the Kremlin, followed by an intimate, high-energy dinner at Casa Dani.

The night began quietly behind the doors of Creative Artists Agency, where guests settled in for an early look at the Olivier Assayas-directed political drama. By the time the credits rolled, the tone had shifted what started as a screening quickly turned into a conversation starter. The film, led by Paul Dano and Jude Law, leans into power, image, and influence with a sharpness that clearly resonated with the room.

The guest list reflected that same intersection of film, media, and culture. Executive producer Thomas Pierce moved through the crowd alongside familiar industry faces like Efren Ramirez, Nicky Whelan, and Nolan Funk, while veteran producers including Lawrence Bender and Larry Kasanoff added gravitas to the evening. There was a steady rhythm of introductions, reunions, and quiet deal-making, the kind of atmosphere that defines a certain tier of Hollywood gathering.

From there, the night opened up.

At Casa Dani, the mood shifted into something warmer and more celebratory. The restaurant,helmed by renowned chef Dani García in collaboration with Sam Nazarian,set the tone with a steady flow of Spanish tapas, curated wines, and cocktails that kept conversations going well past dessert. DJ Pedro took over the soundtrack for the evening, easing the room from post-screening analysis into a late-night social rhythm.

There was a clear attention to detail throughout. Mezcal cocktails by Zomoz added a smoky edge, while Death Before Decaf leaned into indulgence with espresso martinis that became a quiet highlight of the night. It wasn’t overproduced,it didn’t need to be. The appeal was in the balance: polished, but still personal.

And at the center of it all was the film itself.

Based on the bestselling novel by Giuliano da Empoli, The Wizard of the Kremlin traces the rise of a political strategist navigating the collapse of the Soviet Union and the emergence of modern Russian power. With additional performances from Alicia Vikander, Tom Sturridge, and Jeffrey Wright, the film carries both prestige weight and contemporary relevance,something that wasn’t lost on the audience.

By the time guests filtered out close to midnight, the takeaway was clear: this wasn’t just another screening. It was an early signal.

After strong momentum in Europe and buzzy festival stops, The Wizard of the Kremlin is arriving in the U.S. with both expectation and curiosity behind it. If the energy in Century City was any indication, it’s a film people aren’t just planning to watch,they’re already talking about it.