Sundance has long been a launch pad for independent filmmakers and movies to be picked up for distribution.
Even before its deal, though, it seemedTrain Dreamscould be earning praise come awards season.
Joel Edgertons central performance as Robert Granier is subtle yet masterful, praised as one of his best yet.
Adolpho Velosos cinematography has been compared to Terrence Malick films.
Its concise but grandiose, a fitting adaptation in Bentley and co-writer Greg Kwedars script.
Now, all of that has the backing of awards behemoth Netflix.
Its a powerful film, one that speaks to a widely experienced trauma in a very specific way.
After such a controversial awards season this year,The Wedding Banquetcould be a much-needed antidote.
At the head of the film is Byrnes stunning performance.
She breathes so much into her character, giving us a multidimensional portrayal that sticks with you.
The documentary has a sincerity embedded into its story that elevates Andres journey at every turn.
Its a surprisingly fun film and one that audiences couldnt stop talking about at the Sundance Film Festival.
