Mayday, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, is in the middle of its first press push. Reviews and reports are beginning to surface as the film enters its early release window.

The New York Times describes the film as a Cold War story about frenemies. CBC reports the movie takes on Russia and America. People published an exclusive interview where Reynolds said he had been totally intimidated working with Branagh.

IMDb has compiled a set of 12 movies like Mayday that viewers may want to see. The early attention places Mayday alongside other Cold War movies.

Mayday is drawing notice from entertainment and Canadian news outlets as it moves through its debut period. The opening stretch of coverage keeps the focus on its Cold War story.